Range and Identity
Micropterus notius occurs in several Florida and Georgia rivers, including the Suwannee, Santa Fe, Ichetucknee and Ochlockonee. Florida's agency account includes additional named systems beyond the shorter historical range summary. Each river record should retain its own geographic context.
Habitat and Behavior
The fish uses moderate to swift current around limestone or woody structure. Mature individuals may show bright turquoise on the cheeks and underside. The upper jaw ends before passing the eye, and the dorsal fins have only a shallow separating notch.
Food and Life History
Compiled upper references are forty centimeters total length and 1.8 kilograms. Florida describes most fish as substantially smaller. Crayfish are a major food, and the agency lists crayfish-colored lures, jigs, plastic worms and live crayfish among effective approaches.
Field Note
Target the actual current break and cover rather than treating every part of the river equally. Use multiple body features when separating this fish from other black bass.
All Lakes With Suwannee Bass
Browse lakes and reservoirs with documented Suwannee 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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- Tired Creek Lake Grady, GA