Largemouth Bass

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Smallmouths get big enough but not quite as large as largemouths, at least in length. Its just a more athletic fish, more svelte. I wouldn't say you need a bigger tank but my guess is that you could find easily find 100 people to disagree with that. All of mine were released at a private pond before they reached full size, the largemouths (about 12 in.) because they were sort of boring/lazy and they crapped so much, and reluctantly, the smallmouth (about 11in.) because I went a different way with my stock. In my opinion, they are similar enough in size that you wouldn't feel you needed a bigger fish if you went with the smallie, and they are way more interesting to watch. Also, if to further show my bias, I think they are way cooler looking. The undertones of the body are darker as well as the markings on the face. (mine varied from a goldish to brown with army green and looked awesome). Lastly, get them on floating pellets and watch them smash the top of the water like they need to kill them, it's probably the best part of owning one.
 
I would say all of them. They definitely would appreciate the most space you could afford. Mine is a 6 x 2 x 2.5ish and the bass seemed happy enough while it was here. Definitely get some current in there for him, from what I noticed they like the water moving. Good luck, enjoy your feedings. If you can post some picks when everything gets up and running. By the way, since your local there is a place called Kurtz Fish Farm up in Elverson Pa., which is about an hour and a half from you that sells all the different bass at a dollar an inch, plus other sunnies crayfish etc... It's hard to find, and kind of a strange place to buy fish, but the guy is nice and will help you get what you need. Make sure you call ahead though because they aren't always open and it would be a hell of a drive to find out they aren't there. This is the number (610) 286-9250. Got to like the Heart of Darkness reference too, Kurtz Fish Farm, The Horror!
 
Ok. Ill keep that place in mind, but i really want to catch my own fish. Do they only have fish, or do they carry tanks and plants and stuff too?
Also, wont a bass need a 36" deep so they dont outgrow the side of the tank?


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Kurtz's is a hatchery for native fish so people really only go there to stock ponds, they don't carry anything aquarium related. If you catch your own fish, be mindful of the size limits for keepers. It's usually around 12 to 15 inches for bass and they will fine the hell out of you if you don't do it by the book. If I were you I would rather buy a fry and watch it grow than slap a 14 inch bass in a tank. As far as the best aquarium store, it is That Fish Place in Lancaster. It's a drive but after you go there you'll realize that you would probably drive further to go if you had to. They have tanks out the wazoo including a whole section of the warehouse dedicated to overstocked or previously used tanks. I would still recommend calling ahead if you want to get specific. They have a website that should be easy to find. As far as the bass goes 24in. should be fine for tank width. I doubt you could get a largemouth to that size in an aquarium, let alone a smallmouth. Their growth will be stunted in anything short of a small lake. Definitely check out That Fish Place and remember to be careful about your game laws.
 
s010245 said:
Also wat is a good substrate


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I would use a mixture of sand and gravel and small, rounded stones to make it look natural. You can get all that stuff at home depot really cheap.
 
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