Spawning Time
Largemouth bass breed in the spring. The time at which breeding
occurs differs every year and is largely due to the water
temperature. The preferred breeding water temperature is around
60 degrees Fahrenheit.
The males build the nest in
shallow water (under 1.5 meters). Once the nest is
built a female will swim by and follow in an act or courtship
with the male. After the courtship is over the
female will lay her eggs and the male will then release his
sperm and fertilize the eggs. The males then will
guard the eggs until they hatch.
Largemouth bass females
reach sexual maturity at four to five months of age, and males
reach sexual maturity a little earlier at around three to four
months of age.
Interesting facts:
Females live longer than males.
Largest member in the sunfish family.
Most popular sport fish in the United States.
Check out the Wisconsin DNR site