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Shoal Bass
Micropterus cataractae
The Shoal Bass is a freshwater fish native to the southeastern United States, particularly the river systems of Georgia, Alabama, and Florida. Distinguished by its olive-green body covered in dark, vertical blotches and a distinct spot on the tail, this fish prefers swift, rocky…
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- The Shoal Bass is the only black bass species that is truly endemic to the Apalachicola River system and does not naturally occur outside this watershed.
- Shoal Bass are known for their strong preference for rocky shoal habitats, unlike their largemouth and smallmouth relatives. They are often mistaken for other black bass species due to their similar appearance. Anglers highly value Shoal Bass for their aggressive strikes and acrobatic fights.
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