Largemouth Bass

(Micropterus salmoides)

Identifying Features

SIZEAverage from 1-6 pounds, 12-14 pounds common. 
 
DESCRIPTION: Jawbone extends beyond the back of the eye. Dorsal fins
nearly separated or deeply notched. Olive to dark-green to light green with
yellowish tint. 

Habitat

Freshwater fish. Moderately clear to turbid, quiet warm waters in streams, rivers, lakes, reservoirs and ponds. Vegetation, near logs, trees, brush, stumps and underwater contours.

Food & Bait

FISHING: : Crankbaits, spinner baits, jigs, soft plastics, spoons, flies, minnows, earthworms, crawfish, leeches, frogs, lizards and insects.

Other Names

Largemouth Bass are also called:

  • Bass
  • Largemouth
  • Bigmouth
  • Black Bass
  • Green Trout
  • Bigmouth Bass
  • Lineside Bass