According to Lusk, when the water temps hit upper 80's surface, catching them stresses them too much and can cause death. Since only a small % of dead fish float, we seldom realize that we are causing a problem. Unless I have a a cool front for several days, I don't get to fish during the summer.


It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP