Morone chrysops, commonly known as the White Bass, is a freshwater fish found in lakes and rivers across North America. It features a robust, silver body with dark, horizontal stripes. Known for its schooling behavior, White Bass migrates in spring to spawn in tributaries and plays a crucial role in aquatic ecosystems as both predator and prey.

Morone chrysops, commonly known as the white bass, is native to North America. Its geographical distribution primarily includes the Mississippi River basin, extending from the Great Lakes region in the north down to the Gulf of Mexico in the south. It is found in various states across the United States, particularly prevalent in the central and southeastern regions.

The white bass typically inhabits freshwater environments including large rivers, reservoirs, and lakes. It prefers areas with moderate to strong currents and often resides in open water rather than near the shore. The species thrives in temperate climates, with water temperatures ranging from 10°C to 25°C (50°F to 77°F).

White bass are primarily piscivorous, feeding on smaller fish, but they also consume crustaceans and insects. They play an important role in the aquatic food web as both predators and prey. Their schooling behavior allows them to efficiently exploit food resources and avoid predators. Seasonal migrations occur, particularly for spawning, which takes place in the spring when they move into tributaries and streams with gravel or sandy bottoms.