Largemouth Bass Micropterus salmoides

Identification
This species has a large mouth extending past the eye and a green body with a dark lateral band.

Location
Common statewide

Size
1 to 10 pounds

Diet
It feeds on fish insects and crustaceans.

Habitat
It occurs in warm lakes ponds and slow rivers.

Activity Period
Year round

Behavior
It is solitary and ambushes prey from cover. It is most active in warm months.

Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in spring with males guarding nests.

Population
The population is stable statewide.

History
It has long been widespread in Ohio.

Human Interactions
It is a popular sport fish.

Facts
It is one of the most sought after game fish.

Sources
ODNR academic sources

Fish insects crustaceans | Lakes ponds slow rivers | Statewide