There are many carnivorous freshwater fish that will control the number of crawfish in your pond. However, stocking your pond with these fish may not be the best idea if you eventually plan on eating the fish yourself. The most popular method for stocking a pond with crawfish is to simply buy them from a hatchery or farm. This is the most expensive method, but it is also the most reliable. If you purchase your crawfish from a hatchery, make sure that the fish are quarantined and healthy before releasing them into your pond.
Crawfish are also available for sale from many bait shops, sporting goods stores, and online retailers. However, the quality of these fish is often quite poor, and they may not be healthy. In addition, wild-caught crawfish may introdu
Frequently Asked Questions
How much crawfish do you need to stock a pond?
Approximately 50 to 60 pounds of crawfish per acre is needed to ensure a healthy population. Add more if pond (or crawfish) conditions are questionable, and less if crawfish are already present.
What kind of crayfish can you put in a pond?
Typically, Procambarus sp. are the crayfish most often offered in pond centers.
When is it necessary to stock a new pond?
It is necessary to stock a new pond when:
How do you keep crawfish from dying in a pond?
You can increase the pond's water depth, vegetative cover and shade, or water exchanges to buffer the effects of high water temperatures.
How many crawfish can you put in a pond?
There is no definitive answer, as it depends on a number of factors including pond size, stocking density, crawfish availability and other microbial and pH conditions. typically, 50-60 lbs/acre should be plenty to provide a good population.
