BLACK FRESH-WATER BASS. 



Centrarchus Fasciatus. 



Commonly known as " Black Bass." 

 This fish inhabits the lakes and rivers of 

 the Middle and New England States, in- 

 cluding the Niagara and St. Lawrence 

 Rivers. 



They are sought for from May to July, 

 and again in September and October. 

 August is their spawning time, when the 

 fish are in poor condition. 



Among the denizens of our inland wa- 

 ters, with the single exception of Trout, 

 no fish are such favorites with anglers. 

 Their capture affords much sport, and the 

 kitchens delight in their presence. Black 

 fresh-water Bass are active, muscular, 

 and free biters. They harbor frequently 



