SMALLMOUTH BASS

Smallmouth bass, also known as smallies, are a popular game fish found in freshwater bodies across North America. These agile fish have a sleek and muscular body, usually olive-green in color, with vertical bars on their sides, and are known for their remarkable fighting ability, which anglers relish as a challenge. Smallies are opportunistic feeders and will readily devour a variety of prey, such as crayfish, minnows, and insects, and can be found in rivers, streams, and lakes, usually in areas with rocky or gravelly bottoms, and particularly fond of hiding spots such as logs, boulders, and deep pools. With their beauty and fighting spirit, smallmouth bass are a favorite among anglers and a treasured species in the world of fishing.