The iconic largemouth bass is one of the most popular gamefish in North America, known for its aggressive strikes and powerful fight. But behind the thrill of catching these freshwater predators lies a fascinating life cycle deeply rooted in science. Let’s take a deeper look into the key stages that drive the behavior of this remarkable species throughout the year.

Largemouth Bass Life Cycle: A Scientific Dive

Whiskey Riff

What a catch. These are the moments we all want when we hit the water. And sometimes it does just take one cast.

When it comes to sport fishing, striped bass are certainly up there for fun. You can get into massive schools and catch them on literally every cast. These fish put up a good fight and can get big, reaching over 50 inches and weighing over 75 pounds.

These fish are also excellent to eat, making for a great fish fry. Naturally, many people are running to the water to catch them, especially on the East Coast... their native range....

Fishing Guide Makes One Cast & Catches World Record Striped Bass On A Fly Rod

Minnesota State

Plymouth, MN

BroBible

A Minnesota man set the state’s fishing record for Black Crappie back in April with a literal saucer of a fish, a 16.25″ Black Crappie, and the state’s Fish & Wildlife Department announced that he just broke his own fishing record with an even bigger fish a month later. Nolan Sprengeler from Plymouth, Minnesota caught […]
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Minnesota Man Breaks His Own State Fishing Record With A Bulbous Black Crappie

Field & Stream

Speckled sea trout, also known as spotted sea trout, are a popular inshore gamefish species found across the eastern and southern coasts. While they resemble their freshwater cousins in looks, these fish have nothing else in common with rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Sea trout live in shallow saltwater bays and feed on crustaceans, shrimp, and small baitfish. Their aggressive nature, accessibility, and delicious table fare make them a top gamefish for both conventional and fly anglers.

Speckled Sea Trout Fishing: A Beginner’s Guide

Colorado State

The Alabama Swing really showed everyone just how challenging summertime fishing can be. On the upside, you can definitely find a good bite first thing in the morning. A lot of times, the fish are active until about 9 a.m. You can get into active fish by going down the...

Best tips for nighttime fishing

Welling, OK

Pro bass angler Jason Christie fishes for crappies to stay sharp for his bass efforts. There was a time when Jason Christie considered crappie fishing a “free day”—a break from his off-season bass fishing. That’s no longer the case; and not for any declining commitment. Rather, it’s just the opposite.

Crappie For Bass Training

THE FOLLOWING FISHING REPORT WAS FORWARDED BY JERRY PRUIETT, WDFW. Preliminary Washington Columbia River mainstem and tributary sport sampling summary July 8-14, 2024. Sec 1 (Bonneville) – 65 bank anglers kept one Chinook jack, eight steelhead, and released 11 steelhead and six sockeye. 1 boat/3 rods had no catch.

SW WA, Lower Columbia Fishing Report (7-16-24)

Bandit Lures, already known for producing the most effective walleye fishing crankbaits on the market, is raising the bar even higher with the Walleye Shad, a new shad-style crankbait that is outstanding for trolling and casting. The Walleye Shad begins with anatomically accurate shad shaping and 14 carefully crafted walleye...

Bandit Builds Walleye Crankbait Arsenal with Walleye Shad

Wyoming State

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WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

Virginia State

Margaret Minnicks

WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

When it comes to bass fishing, the opportunities are seemingly endless – from seas to lakes and rivers all around the world. So, let's take a look at some of the top bass fishing destinations for keen bass anglers. South West Coast, England. In the UK, bass fishing is...

Best Bass Fishing Spots Around the World

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie who is looking for her forever home. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Looking For Love

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Tennessee State

Mississippi State

The Mirror US

The dogs were left to fend for themselves after chasing a deer into the lake on a hunt-gone-wrong. Three men escorted all 38 of the pooches back to shore

Mississippi fishing crew stunned after rescuing 38 dogs found desperately paddling in deep lake

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Best Smallmouth Bass Flies

Smallmouth bass flies with some insight on pattern design and, presentation. It's hard not to get excited about smallmouth bass. They're abundant—nearly every state in the...

Best Smallmouth Bass Flies

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