TyW - I'm almost afraid to start answering your question, because I don't know a simple answer!!
Generally, the LMB and NOP are typically considered to be more of an ambush predator. They like to be near cover, and then capture prey that venture too close. I've seen videotape of young northern pike, and their bodies always contort into a typical S-shape just before they lunge forward. The hybrid striped bass is a more effective open-water predator. Both parents, the white bass and striped bass, will at times drive schools of shad (gizzard or threadfin) up to the surface. Then, you have one of those "classic" fishing opportunities where the gulls let you know where the fish are.
Every time you generalize, of course, people can think of exceptions! :-)
Let's see if anyone adds any other "terminology" to this thread. I'm afraid this is the best I can do.
Dave
