Range and Identity
Micropterus coosae is the identity retained here. Several basses formerly included in broad Redeye accounts are treated separately today. Coosa-region records therefore should not automatically inherit the full Savannah, Chattahoochee and Mobile range or size figures of an older combined treatment.
Habitat and Behavior
The agency description emphasizes cool rivers and small streams around rocks and large woody debris. Reddish fins, a connected dorsal fin and a jaw that does not extend beyond the eye are useful identification features. They should be considered together with locality.
Food and Life History
The regional agency account gives an upper weight of three and a half pounds. A securely attributed modern maximum length is not established here. Small spinners and shallow minnow or crayfish imitations are listed as useful presentations around occupied stream cover.
Field Note
Retain the drainage with a Redeye Bass record. That detail helps distinguish this identity from other regional black basses with similar red fins or eyes.
All Lakes With Redeye Bass
Browse lakes and reservoirs with documented Redeye Bass records, listed alphabetically. Records do not establish current abundance or public access. Check the evidence and managing authority for the water you choose.
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- Gene Wash Reservoir San Bernardino, CA
- Lake Jocassee Oconee, SC
- Martins Fork Lake Harlan, KY
- Parksville Reservoir Polk, TN