Alabama Bass
NameAlabama Bass
Scientific NameMicropterus henshalli
Common NamesAlabama Bass, Alabama Spotted Bass
FamilyCentrarchidae
OriginSoutheastern United States, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Mississippi
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)25
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-78
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust bass species (in very large systems), Large catfish (e.g., Channel Catfish), Large sunfish (e.g., Bluegill, Green Sunfish - if size disparity is minimal)
Description
The Alabama Bass is a predatory freshwater fish native to the southeastern United States, particularly the Mobile River basin. It features an olive green body with distinct dark blotches forming a lateral band. This species is highly prized as a sport fish due to its aggressive fighting nature and impressive size.
