Theo, the RES in the grow-out pond are about 4 inches and were stocked June 04.
I was surprised at the early spawn that are about 1 ½ to 2 inches at this time.
My supplier and fisheries biologist tells me that all the fathead minnows and RES spawn should be gone by June.
We will transfer the mature RES to main pond as well as the grown-out HSB.
I have a lot to learn about HSB performance in conjunction with LMB – but they should have plenty to eat with BG, RES, Tilapia, and high protein fish food.
We have not considered RES as primary forage - just a fun fish to catch.
It’s an interesting experiment and will report progress.
George Glazener
