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I have a 4.7 acre pond that just filled with water. Iplan to stock it this spring. My question is should I put bait fish in only at first then wait awhile before puting in Bass, catfish & bluegill. Or can I put in both prey and baby predetors at the same time.
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That is a very simple question but unfortunately it has a very complex answer. Yes you start by putting in fatheads, bluegill, and catfish and then later bass. But you also need to decide what you want out of your pond--lots of easy to catch bass?, huge bass?, huge bluegill?, pet catfish to feed?, etc... Read this site and order the magazine and you will find there is a lot of information to help you make those decisions.
The basics are all here but if you don't want to do a whole lot of reading, you can order Bob Lusk's book "Basics of Pond Management". I'tll give you stocking rates and tips on starting your pond. Good luck!
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Congratulations on new pond - we are beginning our third year on our new pond - like said, learn all you can from this great board and Bob's book -also the Texas Chapter of American Fisherie Society has good info.
Your big investment behind you, keep your checkbood handy - stockers - aeration - feeders - feed - chemicals - etc...... ;>)
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