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Warrior bass

Micropterus warriorensis

Family
Centrarchidae
Max Length
36 cm
Max Weight
0.8 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
8

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Nightcrawlers

    Effective when fished on the bottom.

  • Crickets

    Great for attracting wary Warrior Bass.

  • Shiners

    Mimic natural forage well.

  • Crawfish

    Especially productive in rocky areas.

Artificial Lures

  • Strike King KVD Squarebill Crankbait 1.5Crankbait

    Deflect it off cover for reaction strikes.

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  • Zoom Trick WormSoft Plastic

    Texas-rigged or weightless for versatility.

    Buy
  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Classic spinner for all conditions.

    Buy
  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Twitch it near the surface for topwater action.

    Buy
  • Bass Pro Shops XPS Lazer Eye JigJig

    Hop it along the bottom near structure.

    Buy

Techniques

Focus your efforts around submerged timber and rocky banks, as Warrior Bass prefer these habitats; adjust your retrieve speed to match the water temperature.

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Where to Find Warrior bass

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Warrior bass?+

Popular baits for Warrior bass include Nightcrawlers, Crickets, Shiners, Crawfish, Strike King KVD Squarebill Crankbait 1.5. Tip: Focus your efforts around submerged timber and rocky banks, as Warrior Bass prefer these habitats; adjust your retrieve speed to match the water temperature.

Where can I catch Warrior bass?+

Warrior bass can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Alabama, United States; Florida, United States. WikiCatch lists 8 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Warrior bass get?+

Warrior bass (Micropterus warriorensis) can reach up to 36.000001399999995 cm in length and 0.8 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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