Coppernose
Bluegill (lepomis
macrochirus purpurescens)
Suttle Fish Farm
sells the Coppernose for stocking lakes & ponds.The Coppernose ranks
as our number 1 seller. Clients of Suttle Fish Farm have bragged about
how fast these fish has grown. One of my clients has caught a Coppernose
over 2.5 pounds. The Coppernose is outstanding for stocking lakes &
ponds. The growth rate is exceptional compared to the common bluegill
(native bream). Research by fisheries scientists in several states concluded
that the coppernose indeed are faster growing and more hardier than the
common bluegill. The coppernose is not a "hybrid". With proper
pond management, coppernose in excess of one pound is easily obtainable.
Supplemental feeding programs have shown to produce bluegill in the two
pound range.
The Coppernose bluegill
is known for its colorful markings. The fins of the coppernose have
a reddish orange fringe outline with a pencil thin white border. The
vertical bars on the sides are more distinct and broader especially in
the young. The distinct copper band across the head which is brilliant
on the male is the reason for the common name "coppernose".
The recommended stocking
rate for the coppernose bluegill is 1000 fingerlings per surface acre
of water (same as for any bluegill). The proper time for stocking is fall, winter or early spring
when the temperature of the water is below 60 degrees.
Bass should be stocked at the rate of 100 per acre in early June creating
a balance of 10 bluegill to one bass. This balance is necessary for proper
growth and a balanced future population.
A supplemental feeding
program is needed to produce trophy bluegill. The feeding should consists
of floating catfish fingerling feed (small pellet). Administer feeding
in the morning and afternoon in four pound increments.
The response from our
customers who have stocked the coppernose bluegill has been extremely positive.
Suttle Fish Farm recommends the coppernose stocked along with redear
sunfish (shellcracker). Suttle Fish Farm recommends an 80/20 ratio with coppernose
to redear sunfish (shellcracker).
Suttle Fish Farm will be glad to assist
you with any information and be available for consulting regarding pond
management and water testing.
We have several sizes of bream / bluegill
available
- two to three inch; - three inch; four inch; -
Electrofishing
- Electroshocking
><> Fish Species That We Sell <><
|
