Hybrid Striped Bass Morone saxatilis x Morone chrysops
Identification
This hybrid has broken horizontal stripes and a deep body.
Location
Stocked
Size
2 to 10 pounds
Diet
It feeds mainly on fish.
Habitat
It occurs in stocked reservoirs.
Activity Period
Year round
Behavior
It is strong and fast swimming. It is active year round.
Lifecycle
Breeding does not occur naturally.
Population
The population depends on stocking.
History
It was created for sport fishing.
Human Interactions
It is popular among anglers.
Facts
It is also called the wiper.
Sources
ODNR NatureServe
Fish insects | Reservoirs lakes rivers | Statewide