SEA BASS 



THIS fish has an enormous appetite 

 and is well known in having the 

 reputation of being the most deter- 

 mined and persistent biter of any fish that 

 swims the sea. Though sluggish in habits, 

 its large and powerful fins are able to pro- 

 pel it through the water with great swift- 

 ness. During the breeding season the male 

 fish develops a large hump on his shoulders, 

 which takes away the fine graceful appear- 

 ance which distinguishes the female. When 

 they are first taken from the water their 

 color is remarkably beautiful, a dark blue, 

 purple and olive being the predominant 

 colors. They have a large and powerful 

 mouth (which is characteristic of the bass 

 family) , and will take a generous bit of al- 

 most anything that is eatable. It spends its 

 in 



