Thanks, James. Yes, the previous owners did have some cattle, and that was their main water source. But I have some friends in Arkansas with one of these stock tanks and successfully keep both catfish and bluegill in it. It's not much bigger than my pond, except that its sides aren't sloped, so it retains water better. But in terms of depth and food, the fish do well, and largemouths and catfish are big fish. They also don't get the severe winters we get, but the pond is 6 feet deep I believe. I also think Arkansas is wetter than over here.
Anyway, I'll try out what you suggested, James. Next year, I'll put some crawfish in there with some plants, and see how it does.
