The largemouth bass is a popular freshwater sport fish.  It is a fast swimmer, has good vision and can see colors, and will eat almost anything.  They will not eat dead food so lures must move or look alive.  Bass prefer the calm, fresh water of lakes, ponds, or streams that provide good hiding places.  When caught, they are active fighters.  Most largemouth bass anglers practice the “catch and release” method.  Suggestions of techniques, ways to record the catch, equipment, safety, and responsibility are offered.  Colorful photographs are captioned.  Many pages contain a “Wild Facts!” box.  Glossary, index and resources included.  After reading about the largemouth bass, it is hard to resist grabbing a rod and reel and rushing off to that fishing hole!