In response to the smaller fish kept. They’re legal and there’s good reason that they are legal because there is an abundance of them in canal system. We released over 20 fish similar to those kept. We kept a few of the smaller ones at my MOM’s request. She likes the smaller ones for the frying pan cooked whole with the head on. I guarantee you that she’ll get a lot more meat that the 1/8 oz you stated. So if you’d like to take it up with my MOM, you’d be better prepared. She’s Filipina (from the Philippines but a long time US Citizen)4’7″ 100lbs and she will flat out clean your clock. Trust me I know!!
One more thing, my son, daughter and I release alot fish of alot of species. That includes alot on nice cats, walleyes, and other higly prized eating fish. We release all Largemouths, Smallies and the multitude of salt water species we’ve caught over the years. So….my point is …you don’t know me and if we want to catch a few LEGAL fish to eat that’s our choice. Do what you want with yours and I won’t criticize anyone for their choice.
Sierra Tango Out !!