![]() A medium to medium-heavy rod with 14- to 20-pound test line is preferred, particularly when fishing in areas with thick vegetation or cover. Typically, the shiner is hooked through the lips or back with a large hook, 2/0 to 5/0. The best live bait is a golden shiner, fished under a float or free-lined. Most large bass are taken at this time after spawning, many large females move to offshore areas. Spawning may occur as early as January in extreme south Florida and as late as May in the panhandle, but March and April are peak months. Spring is the best time of year to catch bass, when fish move into shallow water to spawn. Historically known for huge bass, Florida remains an outstanding destination to catch a trophy. ![]() Found statewide, largemouth bass have excellent growth rates, particularly in the productive waters of central Florida. The largemouth bass is the best known and most popular freshwater black bass game fish in Florida. By Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Staff (FWC)
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