From my Reg 1 bio based on best practices for BCP/WCP management:
Re: Stocking SAE
Initially we stocked fingerlings but availability became an issue due to requested numbers.
As you are aware, I have mainly been stocking fry most years now. Usually stocked fry at 1000/ac, annually, but more recently 500/ac.
Recruitment variability determines year class strength almost regardless of stocking rate.
Most important to maintain good numbers of smaller SAE to keep the heat on small crappie.
I would go up to 3000/ac for introductory and annual followup with 500-1000/ac maintenance thereafter.
May be able to get by with biannual stockings also, depending on recruitment.
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