White Bass Morone chrysops
Identification
This fish has silver coloration with horizontal stripes.
Location
Common statewide
Size
1 to 3 pounds
Diet
It feeds on fish and insects.
Habitat
It occurs in lakes and rivers.
Activity Period
Year round
Behavior
It forms large schools and migrates upstream in spring. It is active year round.
Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in spring.
Population
The population is stable statewide.
History
It has long been abundant in Ohio.
Human Interactions
It is popular among anglers.
Facts
It is known for spring spawning runs.
Sources
ODNR NatureServe
Fish insects | Lakes rivers reservoirs | Statewide