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Got 30 LMB last year that were 8-10". This spring I can see about 6 spawn beds that they are actively guarding and a few more they started but must have abandoned. There are 1-4 bass at some of the beds so I'm not sure if they would have laid eggs already? I went to measure the water temp but the thermometer that was outside apparently froze and broke. These fish have been in the pond less than a year but I'd say the larger ones are about a foot long and thick like balogna.
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Those 8-10 in. LMB from last year should spawn this year in your location.
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They are 10-12" I'd guess and most are thick. They've cleaned probably 8-10 spots some with small pebbles or a little algae growth. So would they have laid eggs or expect to within the next few days?
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That should be correct. If males are on the nest guarding (as opposed to making a nest) there should be eggs. May 5 was the full moon so it is time.
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That should be correct. If males are on the nest guarding (as opposed to making a nest) there should be eggs. May 5 was the full moon so it is time. Pretty interesting to see all the beds and bass in only 6-12" of water. So I should be seeing fry here in about a week or so?
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Looking closely at the beds eggs are clearly visible and larger than I expected. Maybe 1/16th of an inch or a bit smaller.
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