Other Common Names:

Black Bass, Guadalupe Spotted Bass

State Record:

3 pounds 11 ounces

Identifying Features:

Guadalupe bass have a greenish body with 10-12 dark bars along the side (similar to a smallmouth bass).

Typical Adult:

Length: Up to 12 inches
Weight: Up to 1 pound
Life span: Up to 7 years

Habitat:

Guadalupe bass are found only in Texas. Guadalupe bass are typically inhabit flowing water, including the headwaters of the San Antonio River, the Guadalupe River, the Colorado River, and portions of the Brazos River.

Feeding Behavior:

Guadalupe bass feed on invertebrates and other fish.

Reproductive Behavior (Spawning):

When: Spring or summer
Preferred Water Temperature: 60-65 °F
How: The male builds a gravel nest in flowing water. After the female lays up to 9,000 eggs, she is chased away and the male stands guard over the eggs until they are hatched.

Did You Know:

Guadalupe bass may spawn a second time in the summer.