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Males build and guard crude, saucer-shaped nests in shallow waters. Water temperature plays THE major, critical role in governing the life of largemouth bass. 0000000016 00000 n
Nationwide Bassmaster Opens LIVE . Rule of thumb is the colder the climate, the shorter the growing season. Largemouth Bass have been known to reach 22 pounds in the southern states, but in Iowa you’ll find they’re smaller. 0000153785 00000 n
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If you’re familiar with your area but headed out for Largemouth Bass for the first time, the above suggestions are good starts as well. Create a clean and professional home studio setup; Sept. 10, 2020 0000002878 00000 n
The higher the average year-round temperature of a lake, the shorter the average life. Selecting the Right Bass Rod SIZE: The length of smallmouth bass most commonly caught is between 12 and 16 in (30.5 cm to 40.6 cm). /Count 2
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Adult Largemouth Bass Life Cycle Spawning Habitat: Slow to non-flowing water, water temperature from 80° to 90°F, abundance of aquatic vegetation Diet: Small fish, Insects, frogs, Minnows Average lifespan: 16 years By, Liang Liedle Juvenile Fry Habitat: By Aquatic Vegetation Adults, however, are loners. 0000154047 00000 n
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Predators include yellow perch, walleye, northern pike and muskellunge, although primary predators are humans. You can learn a lot from these people. 0000003971 00000 n
Not all game fish have open seasons so know the rules and understand the limits both daily and in aggregate. Introduced to the Chesapeake Bay region in the mid-1800s, and are now common to abundant in all tributaries of the Bay. 0000001528 00000 n
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JOIN TODAY! Angling for bass during spring takes a little more effort. They only pair up during the spawn but are not interested in fighting over food. /Kids [ 4 0 R 20 0 R ]
Largemouth Bass Biology and Life History Joe T. Lock* first year, but normal growth is about 1/4 pound. It is important to educate yourself on them before going out to fish. endobj
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If you take stock of the 4 criteria mentioned above and determine what stage the fish is in, you can have very successful days no matter where the fish are at. Florida strains and first generation crosses with northern strains have grown to more than 20 pounds. 0000009647 00000 n
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There are 4 main time periods during the spawn that are important to know. Mature females grow larger than males, with northern strains growing up to 10 pounds. Terms of Use | Open: Hahner leads Day 1. Both sexes usually reach sexual maturity in their third year of life, but faster growing bass can mature in the second year. State Game & Fish departments often stock local waters with Bass and other species and those stockings are usually listed on their websites.
There are a variety of strains of Largemouth Bass but the Florida strain bass appear to be the most prolific and the largest. 0000001138 00000 n
The lower jaw of its large mouth extends well past its eye. The largemouth bass is one of the most popular sport fishes in the United States.
It is commonplace for a male bass as an example to fertilize multiple egg beds. 0000490378 00000 n
An aggressive predator, the Largemouth Bass is at home in almost any water that’s well oxygenated and temperatures ranging from 60 – 75 degrees. trailer
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Nation Western Regional at Lake Mead, 2020 NOCO Bassmaster Elite at Lake Guntersville, 2020 Carhartt Bassmaster College Series at Lake Cumberland presented by Bass Pro Shops, 2020 Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster Junior Series at Lake Cumberland, Practice leaves pros puzzled at Guntersville, Get best fishing times with lunar fishing calendars. Spring spawn is the pinnacle for bass fisherman which is when the male Largemouth Bass becomes the most aggressive when protecting the bed and small fry. If not, or you are new to the area, check out your local chamber of commerce, Fish & Game offices and the local sports shops. We’ve pulled together some additional detail surrounding fish life cycles and growth rates, check it out: Egg. /Type /Pages
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Largemouth bass can live up to 25 years. The species has many names including the widemouth bass, Florida bass, black bass, bigmouth bass, bucketmouth bass, green bass, green trout, southern largemouth and northern largemouth. Prior to the spawn, the female Largemouth Bass is at its heaviest. 0000291904 00000 n
Get the latest updates on our work delivered to your inbox. The upper jaw of a largemouth bass extends beyond the back of the eye. Although found as far north as Canada, the southern border of the U.S. is the limit for their availability. 0000010072 00000 n
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The record largemouth bass was caught in Georgia and weighed 22 pounds. 2020 Bassmaster Opens weigh-in. For the beginner, rod and reel combinations are not as important as getting out and enjoying the hunt. Sources and Additional Information. 0000006057 00000 n
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Life cycle: Largemouth bass spawn from late April until early July; fish in the northern part of the state spawn about two weeks later than those in the south. The popularity of this fish has spawned an enormous industry in tackle and baits as the Largemouth Bass will consume almost anything it can get in its mouth. [
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Adults feed on insects, fish and crayfish, with sunfish often being their prey of choice. A dark stripe runs along the side of its body, but this is sometimes absent in older fish. The largemouth bass is one of the most popular sport fishes in the United States. Chances are you are already familiar with the water in your area. 5 0 obj
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Cover is the key and the triggers are many including an incoming weather front, rain or more typically early morning and late evening. The science of Thermoclines or the vision of a Bass may or may not improve your catch but it’s a process of understanding the Largemouth Bass. �d܋h29>Hr�"A���C�s�i��`���'� 0000005058 00000 n
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