Description
Non-native. Introduced in 1930. Body has golden-yellow sides with 5 to
7 horizontal lines; Lines appear broken and offset about midway on
the lower side. Dorsal fins are connected. 2nd anal spine is about
as long as the 3rd anal spine. No patches of teeth on tongue. Length:
6 to 14 inches. Weight: 4 ounces to over 1 pound.
Location and
Habitat
Found in the Salt River Reservoirs (Apache, Canyon, and Saguaro) and Lake
Mary. They are a schooling fish like white bass, but yellow bass relate
to bottom structure more than white bass. Spawning habits and times similar
to white bass.
Food
Yellow bass prefer small minnows, crayfish and insects.
Angling
The most effective lures and baits are jigs, spoons, spinners, small crankbaits,
minnows and worms. Fishing with minnows is unlawful in Lake Mary.
Table
Quality
The meat is white, firm and flaky with excellent flavor.
