Learn the tricks that can help you catch the lunkers!

In this fishing age largemouth bass and smallmouth bass are two of the most highly sought after fish that anglers are extremely eager to catch.

Those who show an inquisitiveness in fishing for bass tend to know all there is to know not only about catching this underwater prize but their own particular habitat as well.

For those who may not be quite as informed in regards to bass fishing or even those fishermen who would like to sharpen up on their bass fishing skills and knowledge, the following passages will highlight some interesting goodies regarding largemouth bass and smallmouth bass as well as angling for these species.

Largemouth bass and smallmouth bass tend to reside mostly in lakes and rivers where fresh water is of abundance.

They tend to concentrate mostly in mossy, protected areas where smaller creatures, such as minnows, insects and frogs provide food for them to snack on at their leisure. The size of the bass will vary depending on the fish itself although some estimates can be obtained as to their size.

Smallmouth bass can be approximately 7-14 inches long and weigh between 4 and 5 lbs. or so. As for largemouth bass, these fish tend to be around 1-4 lbs. and have a length similar to the average of the smallmouth bass.

There are some tricks of the fishing trade which will aid bass fishermen to catch the most bass possible. The best time to fish for bass is May through July as it will produce the biggest catches for bass fishermen. When it comes to flavored bait,such as minnows, crawfish, worms, jigs, crankbaits, spinnerbaits,surface lures and buzz baits all attract both types of bass. The most "exciting time" that I find is fishing at the break of day or late evening just before dark, these are the times when they are in a "feeding frenzy." I find working top water lures that "gurgle" and disturb the water surface produce the best results. When using these surface lures, give them a light "jerking" action when reeling in, and "hang on" for some mighty " fierce action."

Both live bait and artificial lures will entice the largemouth bass and smallmouth bass to "strike" It is important to note that one could be better able to catch smallmouth bass as opposed to largemouth bass as the smallmouth bass have a more unprecedented inquisitiveness when it comes to their attraction to bait and lures.

With regard to the best time of day to catch bass, it is best to head out to the lake or river throughout the summertime around early morning or late evening into night time, as the bass tend to take shelter from the sun during the day. They are more active when the climate is cooler and the sun is not as intense.

Bass fishing, whether for largemouth or smallmouth bass, is a pleasureable and exciting pastime that will produce many rewarding results. By following these tips and tricks, you may be at lot more lucky when it comes to haulin' in those "lunkers."

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