Other names: Widemouth bass, Bigmouth bass, Black bass, Bucketmouth, Largie
The largemouth bass is a highly sought-after freshwater game fish native to North America, known for its aggressive behavior and large mouth extending past its eyes. This species is popular among anglers due to its thrilling fight when hooked. Largemouth bass prefer warm, vegetated waters, thriving in lakes, rivers, and ponds. They are adaptable predators, feeding on a variety of prey including fish, amphibians, and insects, making them both challenging and rewarding to catch.
Other names
Widemouth bass, Bigmouth bass, Black bass, Bucketmouth, Largie
Length
~38" (max 75)
Weight
~5" (max 11)
Water
Fresh
Water Temp
18-26° F
Depth
5-15 ft
Acme Kastmaster
American Baitworks Scum Frog
Arbogast Hula Popper
Arbogast Jitterbug 670 Jointed Topwater Black
Baby Bass Crakbait
Bass Assassin
Berkley Choppo
Berkley PowerBait
Berkley PowerBait Chigger Craw
Berkley PowerBait Ripple ShadLargemouth bass favor warm, calm waters, often found in lakes, ponds, and slow-moving rivers with abundant aquatic vegetation
They typically inhabit areas near structures such as submerged logs, weed beds, and docks, where they can ambush prey
Their diet includes smaller fish, crayfish, frogs, and insects, with a preference for live, moving prey
These fish are known to be territorial and will establish a home range, staying in a familiar area unless disturbed or in search of food
Largemouth bass spawn in the spring when water temperatures rise, with males creating and guarding nests in shallow areas
After the female lays eggs, the male aggressively protects the nest from predators until the fry hatch and can swim away
Juveniles often stay near vegetation for protection, gradually moving to deeper waters as they grow
Largemouth bass are most active during dawn and dusk, which are prime times for fishing, particularly during their feeding periods
