Cahaba Bass
NameCahaba Bass
Scientific NameMicropterus cahabae
Common NamesCahaba Bass
FamilyCentrarchidae
OriginNorth America, United States, Alabama, Cahaba River
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)65-75
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesNone (best kept as a solitary specimen)
Description
The Cahaba Bass is a robust, predatory freshwater fish endemic to the Cahaba River system in Alabama, USA. It typically displays a mottled olive-green to brown coloration with darker vertical bars and often has distinctive red eyes. Due to its size and predatory nature, this species requires a very large aquarium with strong filtration and is generally best kept as a solitary specimen.
