Often confused with Estuary perch; the body of Australian bass is not as deep, is usually less glossy and has darker marking on the sides. The anal and pelvic fins have white tips, and the rear part of the pelvic fin has a white margin
Tapered snout. Moderately large eyes on the side of the head. A large, oblique mouth extending to below the middle of the eye in adult fish. Lower jaw protrudes beyond upper jaw. Dark olive-green or grey on the back and upper body, lighter on the sides. Yellowish-white to silver on the belly. Upper and lower rear fins often have white edges. Fins are generally greyish to colourless, and translucent. Usually have a very distinct lateral line, following the upper body profile. Often have a red eye colour when freshly caught, which fades quickly after removal from water.
- Species –Macquaria novemaculeata
- Common Name – Bass
- Origin – Australia.
- Diet – Carnivores
- PH Range – 7.2 – 7.8
- Water Type – Hard
- Temperature – Tropical 20°c – 28°c
- Breed Type – Egg Layer
- Current Size – approximately 4cm (Grows to approximately 40cm)
- Sex – Un-sexed
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