Fishing for Smallmouth buffalo
Ictiobus bubalus
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The Smallmouth buffalo is a robust freshwater fish characterized by its humped back and small, downward-facing mouth. It inhabits slow-moving rivers and reservoirs in North America. Typically reaching 15-25 inches and weighing 10-25 pounds, it feeds on plankton and detritus. Known for its schooling behavior, it plays a crucial role in aquatic ecosystems. This summary is AI generated
donrelyea, Fishbrain Pro angler since 2019
Recently caught Smallmouth buffalo
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Water type
Freshwater
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Harmless
Source: Fishbase
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