Fishing for Ouachita smallmouth bass

Micropterus sp. cf. dolomieu Ouachita

The Ouachita smallmouth bass is an endemic freshwater fish known for its bronzy body with vertical bars and a smaller mouth relative to other bass species. It inhabits the clear, fast-flowing streams and rivers of the Ouachita Mountains in the United States. Typically, it grows up to 18 inches and weighs around 2-3 pounds. It displays aggressive and territorial behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Ouachita smallmouth bass

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Sunset Lake

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Tongue River Reservoir

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Casterline Pond

6 in · 6 oz

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Newell Lake

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