Bait Supply vs. Fishing Action

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As anyone who has be out at LJ recently knows, the area is currently overloaded with bait. More than I have ever seen. Right now the place is thick with macs but a couple months ago squid were everywhere. With that in mind, I have a question for all the experts out there.

When bait is so plentiful, do the fish we are targeting take advantage of the bounty and gorge themselves to the point that they are less likely to hit our lures or trolled bait?

I don't know the answer about the fish but the abundance of bait seems to have affected the sea lions. Several times the other day, I trolled a fat greenie past a couple dogs who showed no interest at all.

If you have an opinion, or even better, some facts to share, please jump in.

Bob