Did you know there are eight different species of black bass in the United States? All are related and can breed with each other, but they usually live in slightly different habitats and can be identified by biologists even if fishermen have a hard time. You have heard of largemouth and smallmouth - but how about Suwannee and Bartram's bass?

picture (c) Ronnie Garrison

Eight Species of Black Bass

Sometimes it seems bass won't hit anything you throw at them but at times they can be real pigs. This bass must have had a special love of plastic baits. It was full of them when it was cut open to be mounted. Be sure to check out the picture.
Can't Beleive He Ate The Whole Thing

A jig and pig is one of the best big-bass baits around. It seems to get even better in cold water. Learn to rig one and fish it this year and see how it performs. I had to make myself fish one until I got used to it and caught some fish, now I always a rod and reel with one rigged and ready on the deck of my boat.
Jig and Pig Fishing

Why is November a good month to catch a big bass and how can you catch them? Captain Mike Gerry explains some beliefs that try to explain why big bass are shallow and feeding this month. He also offers some tips on catching them, especially on Lake Guntersville. His methods should work on your local lake if in the south.

picture (c) Captain Mike Gerry

What Makes November A Good Month For Big Bass?