Document Type
Article
Abstract
Until recently the white bass Morone chrysops has been somewhat ignored by anglers, more so in Minnesota than other states; most likely due to their limited distribution throughout the state. However, with more anglers becoming aware of the sporting and culinary potentials of white bass, interests have risen. With this rise in angler interest, there should be a rise in white bass assessments. Knowing what factors may be influencing white bass population dynamics will allow fisheries professionals to better manage and protect white bass fisheries. White bass are often found in rivers and impoundments were dams are present and water levels often fluctuate. The objective of this study was to determine if water level was influencing growth of white bass. It was determined there was a trend of increased length of age-0 fish with increased water levels up to a threshold limit resulting in the relationship to be non-linear.
Publication Date
2013
Recommended Citation
Wilson, Aaron, "White Bass Assessment in Regards to Changes in Water Level on Lake Traverse" (2013). Journal of Earth and Life Science. 53.
https://pines.bemidjistate.edu/j-earth-life-sci/53
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Comments
Faculty sponsor: Dr. Andrew Hafs, Department of Biology, Aquatic Biology Program, Dr. Richard Koch, Department of Biology.