Record #:

26568

Author(s):

Shalaway, Scott

Abstract:

Smallmouth bass are found in streams and lakes throughout North Carolina and the eastern United States. The fish build nests near a stream’s edge, and spawning occurs in May and June. The male defends the nest from predators and guards the fry for a week after eggs hatch.

Source:

Friend of Wildlife (NoCar Oversize SK 431 F74x), Vol. 36 Issue 2, Mar/Apr 1989, p5

Subject(s):

Smallmouth bass