Ozark bass
(Ambloplites constellatus)
Classification
Species:
Ambloplites constellatus
Genus:
Ambloplites - Rock basses
Family: Centrarchidae - Sunfishes
Superclass: Osteichthyes - Bony fishes
General data
Scientific names:
Ozark bass
Habitat:
Freshwater
Climates:
Subtropical, Temperate, Continental
Native:
North America
Distribution:
Mississippi
North America: occurs only in White River drainage in Missouri and Arkansas, USA.
Transplanted in other streams in Missouri and Arkansas, but no evidence of establishment.
Max length : 27.9 cm TL
common length : 13 cm TL
max. published weight: 450.00 g
Inhabits clear rocky pools and creeks and small to medium rivers, usually near stream bank, large boulders or brush.