The spotted bass (Micropterus punctulatus), also called spotty, or spots in various fishing communities, is a species of North American freshwater fish belonging to the sunfish family (Centrarchidae) of the order Centrarchiformes. It is noted for the rows of dark spots below the lateral line, which give it its common name.

2023年10月11日 · Spotted Bass and Largemouth Bass are two of the most popular freshwater game fish. Not only do the two species share the same waters, but they’re also very similar if you don’t know what to look for.

2021年1月21日 · Spotted bass display a constant mean streak and attack targets as if there is no tomorrow. Their voraciousness and increasing numbers has made spots a popular catch for bass anglers throughout the United States.

Spotted bass are an important game fish and strong fighters when caught on light tackle. Popular lures and baits include jigs, crankbaits, spinners, small plastic worms, and crayfish. Spotted bass are typically caught much deeper than largemouth bass and are more inclined to school.

The spotted bass (Micropterus punctulatus), also called spotty, or spots in various fishing communities, is a species of North American freshwater fish belonging to the sunfish family (Centrarchidae) of the order Perciformes. It is noted for the rows of dark spots below the lateral line, which give it its common name.

2023年2月28日 · SPOTTED BASS LOCATION. Spotted bass are native to the southern Ohio and Mississippi River basin. Their western boundary extended into Oklahoma and through east Texas down to the Gulf Coastal plains region. To the east they were found through Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, the panhandle of Florida and the north western corner of Georgia.

2024年3月4日 · The spotted bass (Micropterus punctulatus) is often overshadowed by its more famous relatives like the largemouth and smallmouth bass but holds its unique attributes. This species is distinguishable by its smaller size, spotted pattern on its scales, and a more streamlined body shape.

In Missouri, the Spotted Bass was stocked in the Sac River and spread downstream through the Osage River into the Missouri River (MacCrimmon and Robbins 1975). Status: Established in most locations. Probably not established in Colorado.

2024年3月25日 · Spotted bass can be found as far north as Ohio and Kentucky and make their home along the Gulf states: Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. You’ll also find them in Georgia, North and South Carolina, Virginia, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

2010年11月15日 · Greg Vinson: Understanding spotted bass behavior. Learn how hard cover and current can help to find the spotted bass as Greg Vinson shares his expertise. If he knows where a school of outsized spots is located, he'll "camp out" on them.