Fish · GBIF taxon 2394563
Florida Bass
Micropterus salmoidesAlso known as Largemouth Bass
The Florida Bass is a powerful, greenish freshwater predator with a dark lateral band and a mouth extending beyond the eye. It waits near cover before accelerating toward fish or large invertebrates.
Freshwater FishAmbush PredatorVegetated Cover
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Small fish
- Crayfish
- Frogs
Predators
- Larger fish
- Ospreys
- Alligators
ThreatsWater pollution, habitat alteration, and poor oxygen conditions
HabitatsWarm lakes, reservoirs, ponds, and slow rivers with cover
Life spanCommonly 10 to 16 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyCentrarchidae
- SpeciesMicropterus salmoides
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Observe in water and follow local rules around spawning beds.
Responsible observation
- Cover: Look beside submerged wood, weeds, and shaded drop-offs.
- Spawning: Avoid disturbing circular nests in shallow water.
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