Shoal bass

Shoal bass (Micropterus cataractae) is a freshwater species recorded in the United States.

Scientific name: Micropterus cataractae · Water: Freshwater

Size: up to 61 cm

About

The shoal bass is a benthopelagic centrarchid. Maximum length is about 61 cm total length. It is of potential interest to fisheries and is a gamefish. Fishing vulnerability is high at 56 of 100 and resilience low. IUCN lists it as near threatened.

Ecology and habitat

Water layer
Near-bottom / mid-lower
Distribution status
Native
Trophic level
3.7

Fishery and market

Game fish
Yes
Resilience
Low

Methods

Sources

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