Like others have said, the Hybrid Bluegills were probably the reason for the small bass, due to their lack of reproduction. I believe they can only spawn with other BGs and GSF, but not themselves, so if you only stocked Hybrids, they're not spawning at all, and your Bass are starving. Golden Shiners might be worth it if you can get some bigger ones that won't get eaten immediately. Best bet, stock adult Bluegills, take out the skinny bass and maybe take out some of the Hybrid BGs as well (if your goal is to grow large bass - you don't need/want them). They're not supplying any forage for your bass.


"In the age of information, ignorance is a choice." - Donny Miller