Largemouth Bass

   The largemouth bass is a member of the sunfish family. As adults they average in size from 10-24 inches in length and can wiegh up to 15 pounds , with a lifespan of 10-15 years.
   These fish inhabit lowland lakes , manmade reservoirs , rivers and streams throughout the state. They prefer moderatly clear water with little or no current.
   Largemouth are carnivorous feeding on fish , crayfish , large insects , and occasionally frogs , mice and snakes. They are most active early morniing and late evening. They are the most popular fish among Missouri anglers providing explosive strikes and jumps that make any day on the water exciting.