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Micropterus salmoides
Largemouth Bass
Freshwater
About this species
A hard-fighting freshwater predator native to North America and now widespread worldwide. It ambushes prey around weeds, docks and fallen timber. Soft plastics and topwater lures worked slowly are classic tactics.
Season
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Depth
0 – 6 m
Habitat Spots
LakeReservoirRiver
Fishing Methods
LureBaitFly
Bait & Rig
Soft plastics rigged Texas or wacky style, topwater plugs, and jigs worked slowly around submerged cover produce the most strikes.
Edibility & Taste
Good white flesh, but many anglers practice catch-and-release to maintain healthy populations.
Similar Species
The jaw extends clearly behind the eye and there are no vertical bars on the flanks, distinguishing it from smallmouth bass.
Record Weight
10.09 kg