Florida’s State Freshwater Fish: Largemouth Bass Facts and Conservation Insights
The Florida largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides floridanus) is the official state freshwater fish, designated in 1975. It lives in calm waters with plenty of vegetation. This fish is popular among anglers for sport fishing and contributes to Florida’s rich freshwater ecosystem. Conservation efforts are crucial for sustaining largemouth bass populations. Habitat degradation, pollution, and overfishing … Read more