Crawfish can't hurt, but without cover to hide in they will be quick snacks too. The Golden Shiners spawn on grassy areas that are submerged or underwater weeds that are within a few feet of the water surface. I've seen them spawning on a flooded lawn that was only 6" deep. Willows will help but I'd be careful with them because the shoots that you cut off could sprout in the pond and root, making more willows that you might have to battle later.


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