Quantity: 40 fish per box
Size: 3–5 inches
Species: Largemouth Bass
Delivery Method: FedEx Priority Overnight
Ship Days: Mondays & Thursdays
Arrival Days: Tuesdays & Fridays
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Predator Stocking — Fast, Controlled, and Manageable

This listing is for one complete box containing 40 largemouth bass (3–5"), professionally packed for overnight delivery.

Each unit equals one sealed, oxygenated shipment designed for quick, low-stress transit. This format is ideal for pond owners who need predator introductions without coordinating a full truck delivery.

Why the 3–5" Size Class?

At 3–5 inches, largemouth bass are:

• Large enough to begin immediate forage pressure

• Small enough to adapt quickly to new water

• Highly efficient at transitioning onto natural forage

This size class is ideal for:

• New pond predator establishment

• Reinforcing bass numbers in established systems

• Adjusting predator-to-forage balance

They are aggressive, opportunistic feeders and begin structuring a forage base quickly when properly stocked.

Ideal Use Cases

• Ponds with established bluegill or forage base

• Correcting understocked predator populations

• Supplemental stockings for growth management

• Smaller acreage projects not requiring bulk truck delivery

Before stocking bass, ensure adequate forage is present. Introducing predators into a pond without sufficient forage can slow growth rates.

Shipping & Handling

Fish are:

• Bagged with pure oxygen

• Insulated for thermal stability

• Shipped overnight to reduce transit stress

Tracking information is provided once labels are generated, and delivery timing is coordinated to ensure proper receipt.

On Arrival

1. Float bags to equalize temperature.

2. Gradually temper if needed.

3. Release into areas with structure or cover.

Proper acclimation ensures strong recovery and immediate integration into your pond ecosystem.

Building a Balanced Pond

Largemouth bass are the structural predator in most sportfish ponds. When stocked appropriately, they:

• Regulate bluegill reproduction

• Maintain population balance

• Drive size-class diversity

• Create exciting angling opportunities

Stock intentionally. Manage forage. Feed strategically if pursuing accelerated growth.