Largemouth Bass
Specifications Chart
| Size | Price |
|---|---|
| 3-4" | $2.59 ea. |
| 5-7" | $5.99 ea. |
| 8-10" | $15.49 ea. |
| 12"+ (order by the pound) | $19.99/lb. |
LARGEMOUTH BASS (Micropterus nigricans)
ALIAS: Black bass, green trout, bucketmouth, bigmouth bass, widemouth bass
IDENTIFICATION: The large mouth extends past the back of the eye when the mouth is closed. A dark band runs along the side of the body from head to tail. Coloration is variable, but is usually a dark green.
DIET: Bluegill, frogs, insects, fathead minnows, golden shiner minnows and other small fish.
SPAWNING: Mid-March to mid-June when water temperatures reach 62̊F. Males construct nests in 2 to 4’ of water on sandy or gravely bottoms.
FISHING TIPS: Natural and artificial baits work well with casting or spinning gear. Best fishing months are May, June and July.
100 fish per acre stocking rate is recommended.