Bartram’s Bass
NameBartram’s Bass
Scientific NameMicropterus coosae
Common NamesBartram’s Bass, Redeye Bass
FamilyCentrarchidae
OriginSoutheastern United States, Coosa River system
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSpecies-only tank, Other large, robust fish (if tank size permits)
Description
Bartram's Bass, also known as Redeye Bass, is a predatory freshwater fish native to the Coosa River system in the southeastern United States. It features a distinctive mottled pattern of dark blotches on a lighter, often yellowish-green body. This species requires a large aquarium environment with ample space and a carnivorous diet.
