When Do Smallmouth Bass Spawn? (Interesting Fish Facts)
Smallmouth bass typically spawn between late April and early July in water temperatures between 55 and 70F.
Smallmouth bass typically spawn between late April and early July in water temperatures between 55 and 70F.
While the average size of smallmouth bass is somewhere between 12 and 18 inches and 1 and 4lb, they can reach a maximum length of about 28 inches and a maximum weight of around 12lb.
While the walleye’s average size is between 12 and 20 inches and 1 and 3 pounds, they can reach maximum lengths of around 35 inches and weights of 20 to 23lb. The current world record walleye is a much-debated 25lb giant.
Depending on their range, muskie generally spawn between late March and mid-June. They will spawn in water temperatures between 45 and 60F in lake or river areas that are both shallow and weedy. Muskie tend to spawn at night or during the early hours of the morning.
Juveline musky mainly feed on minnows and smaller shad, while adult musky primarily eat both shads, suckers, and ciscoes. They do, however, not shy away from bigger prey, such as walleye or pike, and manage to devour fish that are roughly half their own body size.
In both lakes and river systems, walleye generally spawn sometime during late March and mid-May, when water temperatures are between 40 and 50F. The time of the spawn depends on the walleye’s distribution. They will spawn during the night and only do so once a year.