Largemouth Bass
NameLargemouth Bass
Scientific NameMicropterus salmoides
Common NamesLargemouth Bass, Black Bass, Bucketmouth, Green Trout
FamilyCentrarchidae
OriginNorth America, Eastern and Central United States, Northern Mexico, Southern Canada
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)25
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)65-78
pH Range6.5-8.0
Description
The Largemouth Bass is a highly predatory freshwater fish known for its large mouth and olive-green body with a distinctive dark, horizontal stripe. Popular as a game fish, it requires a very large aquarium and a diet of live or frozen meaty foods. Due to its aggressive and predatory nature, it is generally not suitable for community tanks.
