What triggers largemouth bass to spawn?
Water temperatures are reaching that magic range between 55- and 65-degrees, which triggers the largemouth bass spawn. In lakes throughout the country, fishing for spawning bass is some of the best bass fishing of the year.
What side of the lake do bass spawn?
I think the business about the north side being warmer applies more to the main lake than to what I’m trying to find. Hard bottoms are best but don’t discount soft, muddy areas. Bass will spawn on wood, pads or root wads that are just a little above the bottom.
How do you catch a spawning largemouth bass?
Drag a plastic bait with a 1⁄16- to 1⁄4-ounce sinker to the far edge of the spawning spot and twitch it until the bass starts moving its tail and pectoral fins, a sure sign that it’s irritated. Then suddenly hop the bait into the middle of the bed to spark a reflex strike.
How old is a 10 pound largemouth bass?
In other words: “Big” equals “old.” But in the world of bass, “big” does not equal “old.” In Florida, scientists used otoliths (ear bones) to determine that a 10-pound-plus largemouth was just 4 years old.
What do largemouth bass eat in early spring?
During spring, all species of fish start moving toward shallow bays and north- or west-facing bank lines to capture the sun’s warmth. Larger baitfish that survived the winter limit the available food sources for bass. Shad, minnows, bream/bluegill, and other smaller species are all primary targets for bass.
Where do bass go after they spawn?
But if the post spawn coincides with the shad spawn, I’ll look for some shallow chunk rock or riprap that will hold spawning shad and target the predatory bass nearby. Sometimes post-spawn bass will take to the shallows or other staging areas until they leave for their summer hangouts.
What is the best bait for spawning bass?
If you are targeting spawning bass on beds, these are the best bed fishing baits to throw.
- Flipping jig with a craw trailer.
- Bladed jig with swimbait trailer.
- Swimbait in bluegill color.
- Green pumpkin tubes in 4- and 5-inch.
- Carolina rigged craw in natural or dark colors.
Can you catch bass during the spawn?
Catching bass during their spawning season is a world of fun and can produce some awesome bags of tournament winning fish. But pay less attention to the shiny spots until you get a limit. You’ll simply catch more fish.
Do bass bite when they are spawning?
If you choose to target bass on their spawning beds, it can be very easy at times. The less you are seen by the bass, the easier it will be to get them to bite.
How do you target bass spawn?
If you are targeting spawning bass on beds, these are the best bed fishing baits to throw.
- Flipping jig with a craw trailer.
- Bladed jig with swimbait trailer.
- Swimbait in bluegill color.
- Green pumpkin tubes in 4- and 5-inch.
- Carolina rigged craw in natural or dark colors.
What do bass spawning beds look like?
Bass beds, in classic form, are dug out bowls along the bottom that are mostly clear of debris. They look brighter than other areas and are somewhat round. Some beds are obvious and very easy to spot.