Will fathead minnows reproduce in a pond? Fathead minnows swim slowly, which makes them easy to catch by larger fish. They also spawn frequently. When added to a pond they will create nests on the bottom which are about the size of a teacup They like placing their eggs beneath plants, logs or rocks. Where … Read more
Tuffy Minnows are tiny fish that grow up to 3 inches long and are silver in color They are also called fathead or blackhead minnows. They get their names from the fact that the heads of the males become puffy and black when they are ready to spawn. Minnows are commonly used as bait in … Read more
The pumpkinseed can be distinguished from the bluegill by the bright orange spot at the tip of the ear flap and the lack of a dark blotch on the soft portion of the dorsal Breeding males are particularly colorful; their cheeks and gill covers are marked by wavy bright blue bars. Are pumpkinseed and sunfish … Read more