Yellow Bass Animal Pictures
Morone mississippiensis
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Yellow Bass (Morone mississippiensis) with space for text
The yellow bass gets its specific name (mississippiensis) from the Mississippi River.
Morone mississippiensis syn. Roccus interruptus English: Yellow Bass Roccus interruptus (Gill), J. & G. Subject: Yellow bass Tag: Fish
In some areas, the yellow bass is viewed as an invasive species due to its aggressive nature, predatory habits, and ability to reproduce and grow quickly.
Native fish of Indiana
The largest yellow bass on record weighed around 2.95 pounds.
