Lake Stocking Fish for Texas and Oklahoma

Private Water Fishing offers high-quality lake stocking fish for private lakes (10 acre minimum) across Texas and Oklahoma. Whether you are building a new fishery, improving forage, or managing vegetation, we supply healthy, properly sized fish delivered with care and expertise.

If you want bigger bass, stronger forage populations, or better grass control, stocking the right species at the right time matters. Below is our current availability by species and size class.

FORAGE FISH

Tilapia (Available April and May Only)

Tilapia are one of the most effective seasonal forage fish for bass growth and algae control. They reproduce rapidly in warm water and provide a steady food source throughout the growing season. Since tilapia are temperature-sensitive, they are stocked in spring once water temperatures are consistently warm. Free delivery for tilapia delivery within 150 miles of 75240 zip code.

5" to 8" Tilapia

Estimated 2 to 3 fish per pound

Pond stocking size

Available April and May only

100 lbs minimum

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Threadfin Shad (Available April and May Only)

Threadfin shad are premium open-water forage for largemouth bass. They are ideal for lakes focused on producing trophy bass. Proper timing is critical with threadfin shad due to temperature sensitivity. Spring stocking ensures the best survival rates. Free delivery for shad delivery within 150 miles of 75147 zip code.

2.5" to 3.5" Threadfin Shad

Available April and May only

14,000 shad (full truckload) is our minimum order.

SPORT FISH

All sportfish orders (Triploid Grass Carp and smaller species listed below) require a minimum order. (Contact the club for details.) Landowners may combine multiple species to meet this minimum. This ensures efficient transport, proper fish handling, and healthy stocking conditions for your lake. Delivery charge determined by order size and delivery location.

Triploid Grass Carp

Triploid grass carp are sterile vegetation-control fish used to manage excessive aquatic plant growth. Stocking rates vary depending on vegetation density and lake size. We can help determine the correct number for your lake. (100 carp minimum order)

8" to 10"

10” to 12”

12"+ (Jumbo Size)

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Coppernose Bluegill

Coppernose bluegill are a foundational species used to establish or strengthen forage food in southern bass fisheries. They spawn multiple times per year and support consistent bass growth. (2,500 bluegill minimum order)

Available sizes:

Small: 1.5" to 2"

Medium: 2.5" to 3.5"

Large: 3.75" to 4.25"

Jumbo: 4.5"+

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Redear Sunfish

Redear sunfish, often called shellcrackers, help control snail populations and reduce parasite loads in bass. They are a strong supplemental species in balanced lake ecosystems. (2,500 sunfish minimum order)

Available sizes:

Small: 1.5" to 2"

Medium: 2.5" to 3.5"

Large: 3.75" to 4.5" (limited availability)

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Golden Shiners

Golden shiners are an excellent supplemental forage species, especially in larger ponds and lakes. They provide diversity in the forage base and can significantly increase bass growth potential.

Estimated 200 to 250 fish per pound

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Fathead Minnows

Fathead minnows are commonly used to jump-start forage populations in new lakes before predator species are introduced. They are ideal for initial stocking programs.

Estimated 300 to 400 fish per pound

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Largemouth Bass

Tiger Bass | Native Bass | Pure Florida Strain Bass

We offer multiple genetic options depending on your management goal and whether you want aggressive catch rates or trophy-class growth. Stocking size and strain selection should align with your long-term fishery goals. Larger, advanced bass are ideal for corrective stocking or accelerated growth programs.

Available sizes:

2"

3"

4" to 5"

8" to 10"

Florida Bass over 1 lb to 2.5 lbs

Lake Stocking in Texas and Oklahoma

Private Water Fishing works with landowners and lake managers to ensure proper species selection, timing, and stocking density. Every lake is different. Water depth, fertility, predator balance, and vegetation all influence stocking strategy.

If you are building a new lake, renovating an existing fishery, or simply looking to improve bass growth, we can help you develop a stocking plan that fits your goals.

Ready to Stock Your Lake?

Contact Private Water Fishing at 214-871-0044 to discuss availability, pricing, and delivery scheduling. Spring inventory, especially tilapia and threadfin shad, is limited and sells quickly.

Let’s build a lake for fishing memories!