Its OK, I enjoy the uncertainty and watching the puzzle unfold. Not really asking for others to solve but love the feedback.

I just thought it interesting the error in judgment the big perch made in choosing her choice for lunch smile

I would totally agree that drawing down my little puddle, seining, removing all predators and any leftover GSH, plus the 10 or so left over 10" goldfish, then putting only the SFS back sounds really good. (bonus YP fish fry would also come out of that plan)

Then I could start with a fresh slate again.

I would let the minnows grow and multiply, add the FHM, then next year consider adding a few adult YP and SMB.