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Pennsylvania Bass Fishing
The two main species of bass in Pennsylvania are largemouth and smallmouth bass. Bass fishing opportunities range from small private ponds to rivers and large lakes. Several big bass programs and special regulations areas throughout the state provide ample chances to land 3, 4 and even 5 pound plus bass.
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Season and Creel LimitsGeneral Lake Regulations
January 1st - April 12th and November 1st - December 31st
General Rivers and Streams
January 1st - April 12th and October 1st - December 31st
No harvest April 13th - June 14th
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Understanding Pennsylvania's Bass
Largemouth (Micropterus salmoides) and Smallmouth (Micropterus dolomieu) Bass share many of the same waterways in Pennsylvania. However, the habitats they occupy vary. Smallmouths prefer flowing water characterized by rocky bottoms whereas largemouth bass thrive in warmwaters characterized by soft bottoms, aquatic weeds and static water.
Largemouth Bass spawn in spring and early summer when water temperature reach 60 degrees for at least 3 days. Similar conditions initiate smallmouth spawning though they are usually done spawning by early summer. Both species will feed on other fish species and aquatic insects but largemouth are more predatory than its cousin, taking frogs, snakes and larger fish species. Smallmouths predominately feed on crayfish, and aquatic insects.
The Spotted Bass (Micropterus punctulatus) and Rock Bass (Ambloplites rupestris) are other bass species found in Pennsylvania. The Spotted Bass is uncommon in Pennsylvania, found mostly in the Ohio Watershed. Rock Bass are found throughout the state in rocky waterways and are distinguishable by its bright red eyes. Finally both landlocked and marine Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis) occupy state waters and hybrid forms offer exciting angling opportunites in lakes such as Raystown Lake.
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Planning a bass fishing trip to Pennsylvania or just looking to improve your skills? Reach out to a featured bass fishing guide to book a trip. These guides are top-notch bass anglers and can provide you with all the information and skills to be a more successful bass fishing angler.
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