BrianH,
Structure....I've seen my fish cower under my docks to hid from the water turkeys. Literally, as many fish as could get under my dock/pier. I have lots of structure...sure it helps but it does not stop the predation. Large fish can escape, true, but they will have their battle scars. Off color water also helps, but if you have 3 or 4 acres of clear water, it isn't easy nor practical to add color.
Maybe I am just especially blessed with these birds, I don't know, but I can tell lots of true stories of their predation. As you can probably tell, it is a frustrating story for me and I hope all, including Dusty, never have to see their fish wiped out.
