Redeye Bass
Micropterus coosae
Also called coosa bass
A small to medium-sized black bass species native to southeastern United States, known for its distinctive red eyes and olive-bronze coloration with dark vertical bars.
Redeye Bass at a glance
- Scientific name
- Micropterus coosae
- Typical size
- 6-12 inches, 0.5-2 lbs
- Water
- Freshwater
- Habitat
- Freshwater
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Found in cool, clear streams and rivers with rocky bottoms, particularly in the Appalachian region. Anglers target them with small spinners, jigs, and live bait in fast-flowing water near rocks and cover. They prefer cooler water temperatures than other bass species.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a redeye bass through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksRedeye Bass questions people ask
Redeye Bass is Micropterus coosae. Anglers also call it coosa bass.
A typical redeye bass runs 6-12 inches, 0.5-2 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every redeye bass you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in cool, clear streams and rivers with rocky bottoms, particularly in the Appalachian region. Anglers target them with small spinners, jigs, and live bait in fast-flowing water near rocks and cover. They prefer cooler water temperatures than other bass species. It is a fresh water species, filed under freshwater in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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