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The very controversial Bass, here at AnglingBC there has been numerous discussions over the years concerning them and why or how they are in B.C.. It ends up with the ardent bass haters and just as ardent bass lovers having a go about the stocking of lakes and streams with Bass. Although both sides agree they should not be introduced into the lakes, streams and rivers the fact is they are there now. Unfortunately they will feed on trout and other indigenous fish so I guess catching them is even more important then ever!

We will have information on the species and articles here for now, if you have a bass you would like put into a Bass gallery please send it on to me at Admin AnglingBC we have started a Bass gallery. We are also accepting articles concerning fishing for bass. Come on all you bass lovers this is your chance!

Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus dolomieui)

Young smallmouth bass feed upon aquatic insect larvae such as mayflies and dragonflies. As bass grow larger they begin to feed increasingly upon other fishes and crayfish. Smallmouth bass are uniquely suited for feeding upon crayfish, which provide an energy source not generally available to other fish predators. Smallmouth bass are usually found along lake shorelines, even during summer when they can tolerate warm nearshore water temperatures that cause trout predators to seek deepwater refuges. Larger smallmouth bass are generally found in association with underwater "structure", which is a general term describing large boulders, submerged trees or underwater vegetation. These habitats provide smallmouth bass with a place from which they can ambush prey, as well as a place to hide from avian (e.g. kingfishers, loons) or terrestrial predators (e.g. mink) looking for large fish to eat. In river and stream systems, smallmouth bass are usually found in warmer and wider reaches downstream from coldwater stretches more favorable for trout.

Largemouth Bass (Micropterus salmoides)

Bass are a schooling fish that hang out near the bottom, or what they perceive the bottom to be of a lake or stream. They like to wait until an unsuspecting victim comes by to attack. Bass use various types of cover and depth to hide from predators. Smallmouth Bass prefer deeper water than largemouth Bass. Through much of the year, particularly from late winter through spring, bass usually can be found in or near spawning areas, namely fairly shallow, flat areas with some cover and with quick access to deeper water. Happy hunting.

A quote from a Bass Angler:
"The number one problem with bass, in my opinion, is that they're ... well ... I don't know how to put this politely ... they're ugly. I know it's not their fault, and I shouldn't be so shallow, but your average smallie has a face that only a mother bass could love. "

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