In 1.8 ac with Naiad and Chara I would start with 3 maybe four. Give them at least 3 full summers before adjusting. Keep in mind that when you stock 3 not all may survive due to predators and transport problems. Watch for them when feeding pellets. GC mostly hang together, thus when you see one the others are close. Plan to add 2 more when the originals are 6-8yr old.

Last edited by Bill Cody; 09/24/19 08:01 PM.

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