If the stocked LMB were habituated, then survival should be high. If not, then the smaller LMB will be eaten at a high level. A big difference for the smallest LMB ( 90% survival vs 5-10% survival) would be expected. As the stocking size increases so does survival rate.

While I use AI I suggest you look at the results with doubt for the time being. That is especially true as to science matters. Far too many moving parts and variables with science for me to trust AI at this point.

As to the energetics part the variables are IMO not calculatable due to the extreme variables. For example, the existing status of the population. If food supplies are adequate and fish don't have to work hard for a meal - you get one result, while if food is low and finding food is difficult then energetic results are poor. There are many more variables ( I would guess hundereds) that effect energetics and thus results.

Last edited by ewest; 07/20/26 04:20 PM.