Stocking & Managing Iowa Ponds, July 2, 2020

(2020) Stocking & Managing Iowa Ponds, July 2, 2020. Natural Resources, Department of

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Abstract

Years of experimentation have shown three fish species are best suited for Iowa ponds. Largemouth Bass and Bluegill are the primary species stocked in ponds, and must be stocked in combination to provide a good fishery. Bluegill are an excellent panfish and serve as prey for Largemouth Bass. Channel Catfish are also recommended for pond stocking due to their popularity with Iowa anglers and opportunity they provide for excellent fishing. All three species are available from many private hatcheries in Iowa.

Item Type: Departmental Report
Keywords: Ponds, water quality, Fishing, Fish, Stocking ponds
Subjects: Natural resources and environment > Water resources
Natural resources and environment > Water resources > Water quality
Natural resources and environment > Water resources > Water rights
Recreation and tourism > Sports > Fishing and hunting
ID Code: 34757
Deposited By: Margaret Barr
Deposited On: 15 Dec 2020 20:34
Last Modified: 15 Dec 2020 20:34
URI: https://publications.iowa.gov/id/eprint/34757