Species Guide

Largemouth Bass

Habitat

General Description

Size and Weight

Life Cycle

Moderate growth; reaches market size in 12 to 18 months.

Adaptations

Tolerant to a wide range of temperatures (10-30°C) and lower oxygen levels, making it suitable for farming in diverse environments.

Juveniles farming systems

Raised in ponds or recirculation systems (RAS).

Grow-out farming systems

Primarily in freshwater ponds and artificial lakes.

Native to North America but introduced to Europe, Asia, and South America. Found in freshwater rivers, lakes, and reservoirs.
United States, Japan, Spain, Italy, China.

Highly valued in sport fishing for its size and aggressive behavior. It is also farmed to a lesser extent for human consumption.

By-products: Primarily consumed as fresh fish.

Ideal for frying, grilling, or baking.