What Happened to the 5 Acre Pond (Bad News)

[@ahppa]

BamaBass causing collective anxiety over here. Don't need to worry us like that

[@sage8573]

Click baiting me as if I weren't waiting for this video anyways

[@JustLoco100]

@@sage8573lol me too

[@VictorCampos-s8s]

​@@sage8573 no .,,,,.............,..........dddddddddd

[@THEROOSTER92420]

I don’t even watch this channel but click baiters are terrible

[@roystone5369]

Brother you have built a complete ecosystem in like 5 years or so. I've seen all videos man. Salute to you and still enjoy every new one. And you have started a movement on pond of all sizes. Very educational as well. Keep up the videos nice job.

[@sidneyvandykeii3169]

Is it really an outdoor ecosystem if it can't support itself? Kind of I guess.

[@roystone5369]

@sidneyvandykeii3169 you could not touch it again and it will adjust to what it needs, man. It's a complete eco system. Yes it's thriving now with extra help, but the fact is it would probably out live all of us with no help

[@sidneyvandykeii3169]

@roystone5369 But it wouldn't be the same Ecosystem without his support. It 100% will be AN ecosystem, but it wouldn't be this current ecosystem. Don't get me wrong, I love this channel and have watchedcevery video from day one (I've no clue how the algorithm brought me this channel). I was just hoping it would be more selfsustaining.

[@insAneTunA]

If you like cool ecosystem restoration projects you can watch Mossy Earth. I can really recommend that channel.

[@clayboist]

With enough money you could too 😂😂

[@dy24forever]

That title had me scared glad everything is alright 😂😅

[@RedKingdom09]

That's what I'm sayin

[@bubgrewal]

😅

[@booger_8194]

dude I read that title and ran to the comments so fast I was worried lol I'll watch the video now 😂

[@dragonpro14]

@@booger_8194 Exactly what I did *phew*

[@joeyjr329]

3 pumps in a pond that big would be perfect! Js

[@sandram3338]

You need an underwater drone! That would be cool to see whats down there especially in those deep spots.

[@mastermitchell123]

he has one

[@highstreetkillers4377]

probably won't see anything. Too dark

[@703fishing3]

Instead of throwing in shiners and such for the bass at the dock, try throwing in bluegill, they’ll likely still target them since they’re conditioned to feed on pretty much anything that hits the water, also could get them to try and feed on the bluegill more on their own.

[@benmcmahan2974]

I love this idea

[@timg2798]

You gotta watch earlier videos.. the bass won't touch the bluegill

[@703fishing3]

@@timg2798I’ve watched every video of this pond since day 1, i am aware of that they won’t eat them this is just a proposed option to try and get them to feed on them. It is no secret that for the bass to truly grow they must eat large forage, it costs less energy to eat one big bluegill than 15 shiners. It’s quite common for fish to not move to larger forage even in natural systems as well. I don’t believe the shad are growing to large size either, at least I can’t remember him mentioning it. He has a great opportunity to condition the fish to prey on larger forage through his supplemental dock feeding, and I think it might work.

[@extratenshi]

Good idea. That could help the bass start eating the bluegill

[@brianb6969]

I want him to introduce 1 Blue Cat into the big pond. (as an, "experiment"). Maybe see how huge it could get! Without harming most of them.

[@NVclosetmedgrower]

For a new project, I'd like to see a trout creek/river running down the edge of the farm fields and into the pond. Something like 10 to 20 ft wide and a couple feet deep. Build some holes and pockets throughout the small river for fish to sit in. Supply water with some high-powered pumps and large tubing from the pond. I'm not sure if it could work, but it would be awesome. It's always great to see your pond thriving! Would love to visit and fish it someday.

[@UncleKennysPlace]

There would need to be a cooling system, unless you want to stock every year after dieoff.

[@NVclosetmedgrower]

@UncleKennysPlace maybe it's possible to plant mature trees on both sides of the system to encourage a cooler micro climate. Might help solve that problem in the long term anyways after the trees are established

[@46Dixey]

Great idea

[@nneesp]

Amazing idea! I always thought a cold stream with trout would be so cool since stream trout are fascinating

[@JustinWayneDawg]

Trout are cold water fish. Just not feasible in Bama.

[@JBrotsis1]

4:05 I’d say the little heron you’ve spotted is a green heron. It’s a little challenging to see from the distance as it could also be the American bittern. Both share that same stripe pattern on the neck and breast plumage.

[@wellyesbutactuallyno8959]

I'm guessing heron the way it pecked at that fish

[@pklar87]

I'm 99% sure that's a green heron

[@SuperDaveP270]

I am 100% sure it is a Green Heron (I also posted this already)

[@robwalker2934]

My gut is telling me juvenile green heron. if you look at 4:25 you can see the white outline on the back feathers.

[@JBrotsis1]

@@robwalker2934I forgot the last shot was the heron in full view on the branch and I’m 100% positive it’s a green heron as well.

[@megaohmaudio5963]

BamaBass is a joy! This is the second time in the last two weeks that I was in a horrible mood. Fed-up with the whole world. Pressed play on the new video and in less than a half hour I am seeing the positive vibes and feeling them, too. Your videos always leave me in a good state of mind and I THANK YOU with all my heart!

[@tomkarau]

Me as well.. I work very hard and work with many coworkers, it wears me out, but I've found that watching a new episode of BamaBass is like hitting a reset button for me. It makes me feel better and more rested. Thank you again BamaBass!

[@ChicagoTRS]

Cedar Falls is looking spectacular...it will only get better and better as the landscaping matures. Green Heron - expert fisherman.

[@wellyesbutactuallyno8959]

can we just appreciate how well you put your videos together and how well organized and thought of everything is? big respect for keeping up with everything it makes it so much more immersive and interesting to watch. never stop❤

[@chrisrose6216]

Since Gus Gus is occupying the squirrel house most the time and eating all those nuts and getting fat, you should put a hamster wheel in there to see if he would use to get some exercise!! That would be fun to watch!

[@highstreetkillers4377]

I'd be funny seeing a wild mouse use it

[@2873lonewolf]

I watched this project start and am amazed at how great it came out, and continues to mature. The amount of wildlife footage you've captured is beautiful. A true ecosystem in your "backyard", that you created.

[@WereAllThatBored]

Our 85 acre HOA lake has recovered by not spraying the littoral zone. Eel grass and shoreline plants keep nutrients in check.

[@chickenhouse5779]

Yes, I don't think he should be afraid of the plants that come naturally along the shore. I know he has spent a fortune on it and I love this channel. I watch letsdig youtube channel and he doesn't seem to have this problem with the huge ponds he builds. I wonder if floating lettuce and Iris would help with shade and clarity. They would die off in the first freeze. Maybe the pond guys can help him out with some ideas.

[@WereAllThatBored]

@@chickenhouse5779 Im not criticizing him when I say this, but the formula he is using is exactly what all pond managers follow if you want a lake that is an underwater desert aside from man made structure. We found a guy in FL that is about managing lakes naturally. He does agree with chemical use, but rarely. Its working.

[@maureenbeckstead6407]

The bird taking small fish from your new pond is a bittern. They usually hide well in marshes so you're lucky to see it.

[@BCopes58]

Ever thought about starting 3 or 4 smallmouth hatchlings in the 300 gallon tank? Theres much less content out there about pet smallies so I’d love to see it done by the best bass father!

[@Rambotoaster93]

I've watched the whole 5 acre pond series since you started. Thanks for putting it all on camera for us.

[@Dm0stFin3sT]

Gus chilling on the porch cracks me up

[@zacharymcevoy-rd8tp]

The mystery bird is a green heron i believe . They can use bait to catch your fish .

[@squinkys]

100% juvenile Green Herons. Such a neat little bird.

[@lewisrogerson8251]

When I was on holiday in Dominican republic the resort I was staying had a pond full of small fish and there was a few green herons around it... They would come upto you to get a bit of cake or bread and then use that as bait whilst fishing... Was incredible to watch

[@tomkarau]

That is exactly what I thought! Green herons, they sure do look beautiful as an adult, they are very colorful.

[@AZMudcats5]

The fish finder says your water temperature is 86 degrees which is way to hot for trout to survive. You should drop a thermometer to the bottom at the deepest part of the pond to see if the temperature is cold enough that some of the trout could theoretically survive there

[@WesleyAPEX]

5:13 love how he didn’t want it until it started moving. Very typical of a bass. They don’t eat dead fish.

[@MackinNC1]

they will eat dead fish. Have caught some using dead shiners on bottom while catfishing. Caught an 8lber once like that.

[@travisbroyles13]

My wife said to show more of the wildlife. Love it. Thanks.

[@ronbrandich4196]

I absolutely LOVE to watch your video's of your pond. I was in the hospital for 5 weeks with a brain bleed and this new video comforts me to watch. I can't type very good right now. Thank you so much.

[@MrKenzinton]

That little bird is probably an American bittern. Love the video, you’re living my dreams with this!

[@charlessmith3940]

The amount of information, equipment, environments and data provided in this video is seriously out of this world. Keep up the nice work.

[@michaelsw0rd]

instead of throwing golden shiners off the dock to the bass, why don't u try throwing small debilitated bluegill to them and see if thatll jumpstart their feeding on bluegills?

[@RippinDragDrew]

Love the vids man every time a new episode of the pond comes out I watch it. Been watching since you caught moby

[@kdproductions6008]

Can you please try and catch some bluegill and toss them in at the end of the dock to get an idea if the bass are interested in larger food?

[@TanguDisen]

Since you began, I have watched the entire 5 acre pond series. We appreciate you filming it all for us.

[@tombradyson8275]

Gotta give those bass some shade! Could be they’re too sunbaked and don’t have anywhere to hide from the sun

[@highstreetkillers4377]

that's a good point. There is deep water though and he showed visibility of 19 inches

[@shibarmycryp5128]

Never been one to consistently comment or like videos I enjoy, but this channel has been an absolute favorite of mine for many years now. We appreciate y'all very much!

[@gmpmjm]

That bird is an American Bittern. Cool birds. They'll stand in reeds with their beaks pointed to the sky and you'll never see them. They have a pumping sound call. Love your vids.

[@JohnPatco]

I had go back for another look, love watching A. Bittern's

[@Chris_Wolfgram]

Close. Same Family anyway. It's a Green Heron. The first 40 years of my life, I was a hard core fish guy.... last 10, hardcore birds :)

[@JohnPatco]

@@Chris_Wolfgram I missed the Green Heron on the piece of wood, the other one I think is a different bird.

[@patrickdemarcevol]

I agree with you, it's not a green heron as someone suggests, the green heron hasn't got the sort of stripes we can see on his throat.

[@JohnPatco]

@@patrickdemarcevol I saw two birds, Green on a stick and another close to the water.

[@cjandauntieyaya1446]

4:12 - That's a green heron. I love the diversity of wildlife you have coming to your ponds.

[@mrcnorth7149]

:). Ooops. Looks like fun either way with the drone. And knowing how important that volcano pump is. Perhaps think about getting a second one as a ready to go standby, or even getting it in the pond all ready to go and running it occasionally. Big bluegill, and big turtles, from what they started out as, great views of all the wildlife. Thanks

[@steve-adams]

I like that you appreciate these fish so much. They're really beautiful animals in my opinion.

[@ou-fp7zq]

Finally a wholesome educational video keep up the Excellent work Bama Bass

[@Whymayitbe1]

I think you should plant some large trees on a certain side so a lot of the fish can keep cool and the birds have a place to perch next to the pond and make nests.

[@barkin-brit486]

Seeing as how its summer and all... How about a video of you, your family and friends, cooking up a storm? I know I for one am sure ready for a video of you guys living the life and celebrating just that.

[@HahaVideos-xj7yt]

You should provably get a second Pump at the west sid eof the pond ond that deeper corner near the damn

[@ek_hunter9247]

good too see old moby living his best life ive been watching since you guys first caught him

[@kennethwylie8377]

Another thought ... maybe try reducing the feeder times to encourage the fish to eat naturally? They may be too trained to eat small baits?!

[@highstreetkillers4377]

that's a good idea. Switch up the feeding times so they don't know when. It's like welfare for fish, lol

[@camdenrogers7069]

Saw you turn down the road to the pond on the way to our bay house off soldiers creek. It’s so amazing seeing someone this local be so successful and create something this amazing right here in lower alabama. I really hope I bump into you one day and get to say hello

[@bradmoss6319]

green heron likey, also shape of night heron

[@SuperDaveP270]

"shape of a night heron"?? In that they are both in Ardeidae, I suppose....but as a Birder, this makes no sense

[@JBrotsis1]

@@bradmoss6319 dude this looks nothing like a night heron; neither of the two species. Go with your gut…it’s a green heron.

[@Juicejunkie409]

You should do a floating dock out in the middle of the pond the 5 acre pond love the videos keep up the good work

[@kenc9236]

The turtle with the camera rotation almost made me pee my pants. lol

[@robertbrander2074]

Humaans trying to keep Mother Nature happy , is quite the challenge ! ..... Good Work !

[@MorryB]

Gus Gus is becoming the low key star of this series.

[@Fishn_time]

You should put a garder snake in there it’s awesome to watch 😂 Great content

[@Keith-ht5fh]

Is it possible there are no more untagged original bass left?

[@alexkeim-t7w]

you should make a bridge from the shore to the island my whole family would love it

[@davidgosper4517]

My 10 acre pond in tn. Used 2000 pounds of fertilizer a year. No aration, bluegill, shiners, and gizzard shad, tilapia would die in winter. Purchased 6 trout every fall. Had top water action,in 46 degree water. Yes, bass eat pellets, had about a dozen 4 pounders eating them. Yes, had the biologist shock the pond every spring , around spawning time. Taking out 125 pounds, this controls the over crowding. Any bass 15 inches, or less would be taken out the rest of the year. Never allow Canadian geese in you pond, or comorons.

[@jephthah007]

THIS is some next level, high-tech hillbilllying, I mean that as a complement! Amazing!

[@Lemurvr]

What happened to Mike and Molly trout???

[@nnpfffn.6392]

When I watch a turtle part I can't keep smile out of my face. He is so adorable.

[@Kaepora2]

I believe that bird is a Bittern

[@gabrielhaggard7333]

A wilson’s Snipe

[@nestaredi]

Looks like American bittern to me. Snipe significantly. Smaller and different beak

[@SuperDaveP270]

Immature Green Heron 100% without doubt

[@beaver30sr]

Green heron

[@nestaredi]

I thought heron also at first. Good id

[@Quinn-eb6dn]

I respect this project endlessly, but you are going about the ecosystem building incorrectly. You should have bass weighing in at 5+ pounds by this point considering the amount of forage and size of the pond. You have stock nearly double or triple the ponds capacity and lowered its ability to hold healthy big bass by stocking a variety of fish like tilapia and trout which reduce the forage amount for the base species.

[@yophotoman]

The mystery birds are "Little Green Herons." Not as common as the much larger Blue Herons but we often see them down here in central FL around our waterways..

[@loganmnbvcxzasdfghjklpoiuytrew]

First

[@peacock5859]

Shut up, no one cares if you’re first

[@Wese-jd2dw]

Meaningless

[@deanfirnatine7814]

Glad to hear some of those trout may still be alive. Cannot wait to see how big you can get some of those bucks.

[@joshwagner8468]

What's up bama. Can I get a like. Let's go. I hope everything is ok

[@chriscannon5822]

Boy by your title I thought we were going to have a fish kill! Thank goodness not and glad you have your hand on the pulse of our ponds! I say ours because I’ve been with you since right after you did the backyard pond! Love watching your family and channel grow over the years God bless you and family..

[@dlunn23]

Visiting Alabama and get to watch a great episode. Pretty good vacation

[@mattsanner7366]

You gotta get one of them underwater cameras you drive around with a light. That’d be sick! Love ur vids

[@tlynn609]

I feel so bad for Daniel Arms & Houston! So many big bass & blue gill gone.

[@Slegnaday2day]

I learn something every time I watch your channel I love it thank u for teaching me how to read a garmin💯

[@grindingbricks]

The small Heron type birds are American Bittern, they must feel very comfortable at your pond because they usually live a very stealth life in the tall yellowed/dried vegetation. They will stretch up their beak upward when movement around them and they perfectly camouflage in the tall vegetation.

[@ocularpressure4558]

I’ve been watching this build I think from early start and I look forward to seeing it every episode ❤🎉

[@simoneconsciousobserver3105]

This is interesting, raising fish. More than the ponds, the entire area is gorgeous. If I ever find myself with a pond, I will know where to look to for ideas

[@joemommaschmo8420]

That is definitely one of the best videos I’ve ever seen so relaxing

[@kerismith4034]

I'm watching in wales, so don't get bass over here..watched from the very beginning... you have a beautiful lake and the smaller pond is so nice.. excited to see what it will be like in 3-4 years time 😊

[@Chibicai74]

I have no idea how your videos came on my feed but I’ve watched a few. You gave the most calming voice for your narration with great detail and good sense of humor for descriptions. The ninja turtle cam was a great moment. Keep it up!

[@highstreetkillers4377]

Nothing cooler than laying underwater in a pool and looking up during the rain. I understand you won't see much underwater in the 5 acre pond. But on a sunny day with the camera pointing up you should see shadows swim overhead. So I was thinking a camera pointing up where the fish feeders are. You'd have to test to see on what depth. But if it's took dark could always put it on a tripod pointing up off the bottom.

[@horstseehofer7130]

I like growing. Pretty cool to see how deep you can dive in

[@tzallinorzamond3460]

I absolutely love your bass graft it’s so cool looking at all the different bass and what they eat and where it’s just so awesome 👏

[@Chris_Wolfgram]

The bird is a Green Heron. Closely related to the American Bittern. In different light, it would be easier to see the dark green in its wings and tail feathers.

[@Fang-nu3ml]

Lol thanks bamabass i always have looked at those fish finders and dont know what im lookin for but now i know exactly what to look for next time a buddy is using a fish finder

[@mikecheck1256]

Those multi colored lily pads are insane! Nicely done

[@grege8716]

I believe that bird early in the video is a Green Heron, very cool!

[@killerchili93]

This is the best video you put out! Crazy moments of the bass smashing bait too

[@WesleyAPEX]

What happened to the trout in the pond?

[@Carlos00123]

The small bird at 4:22 is a juvenile Green Heron. Black cap, dark wings with white spotting which you see in juveniles, pale underside, the brown striping up to the neck indicates its young age, greenish face, orange beak.

[@SoarNC]

I think that was a green heron. Usually I see later in the evenings. Nice to see one out during the day, Nice colors.

[@martyaustin6545]

I just found this video, and it’s amazing, y’all are really doing a great job, Thank you

[@paleorocco]

definitely a green heron. love them. they walk like little hunchbacks with their incredibly long neck all tucked.

[@codygalloway9597]

Incase the talpia doesn't last till next season due to getting to cold you should install some kind of heater to get the water warmed up just enough to keep them life and active along with the rest of your fish in the swimming pond😊

[@salteastsimon]

I remember having someone pick out mobys name. wayy back in the day. glad to see him swimming still

[@danielcreviston9867]

Hey quick thought is to maybe test out another scale, you could be double checking the weights to make sure their accurate. Also, I wonder for the shots of the fish jumping for Nate is to put the camera nice and low at the water level, you might get some better shots. Thanks for the great content!

[@braydenwilliams4478]

#14 trending? So glad to be able to watch your channel grow from the beginning of the 5 acre

[@ETXForager]

The bird you were referring to looks to be a Green Heron. If it had more color then I'd say it were a Kingfisher. Either way they're both really cool, I love watching the few I have on my 2 Acre lake. Glad everything's ok with your lake brother!

[@DyslexicYoda]

I always learn something watching your videos. I appreciate your work!

[@CarolinaBassHunter]

Awesome video 👍👍👍 love seeing Moby. Gus Gus is awesome too. Raccoon/deer interaction was funny. 😂

[@Norman-bone13]

Maybe time to rename squirrel house to the “Mouse House”. Bring back some of the old Toad Dangler action. There has to be something on five acre pond to pay tribute to toad dangling. Thanks. Great video! 🎣

[@mquig9174]

With the two small guys in the filter, make sure you feed them fish proportional to the size the can eat so they keep getting the big meals.

[@kingbigglez4068]

First time viewer and first comment. It was an extremely interesting and educational video. I did not realize there was so much work that went into successfully creating a thriving lake/pond biome. Thanks for sharing.

[@YGGChannel10]

Definitely the size of bait they’re targeting… they’re used to eating the smaller bait. Like you mentioned in the last vid. Utilizing about the same amount of energy chasing them, as they’re getting after eating them

[@mattjohnson7835]

Oh man, you had me worried for a minute. Glad the pond is doing well.

[@WillWilliams-vo4nk]

As others have suggested, i think you should start mixing in some smaller bluegill when you do the dock feedings. I feel like thats a guaranteed way to get the bass to start eating them. Also i can't wait until you finally catch Bonnie and Clyde again, really wanna see how good their doing in the pond...ik Bonnie is probably huge now

[@nanshe3x]

This is beautiful. Are you self educated about pond life? Well done.

[@Wi_Yeti_Official]

Next time (hopefully not) but if you’re able to remember.. remove the battery from whatever is submerged before removing from the water. The electronics are usually fine underwater. It’s just when you pull them out and you introduce a “hotspot” and that’s when things short out and cause problems

[@jessoliver2955]

The feeder has been there since the beginning. So the pellets have always been available to the bass since they were two inches long. So they are pellet trained since young.

[@RandomsFandom]

You need some aquatic shade structures, a rocky stream would help with aeration and filtration