Morone mississippiensis, commonly known as the yellow bass, is a freshwater fish found predominantly in rivers, lakes, and reservoirs across the central United States. It has a silver body with distinct yellowish stripes and thrives in warm, slow-moving waters. Yellow bass are schooling fish known for their voracious appetite and tendency to feed on smaller fish and invertebrates.

Morone mississippiensis, commonly known as the Yellow Bass, is native to North America. It is primarily found in the Mississippi River Basin, which includes parts of the United States such as Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Arkansas. Its range extends to the Gulf of Mexico coastal regions and into the Great Lakes area.

Yellow Bass typically inhabit freshwater environments such as large rivers, reservoirs, and lakes. They prefer clear, well-oxygenated waters with moderate current and depths. The species is often found in areas with sandy or rocky substrates and is known to frequent areas with aquatic vegetation.

Morone mississippiensis is a pelagic fish that feeds on small fish, insects, and crustaceans. It plays an important role in its ecosystem as both a predator and prey species. The Yellow Bass is well-adapted to variable water conditions, including changes in temperature and water levels, which allows it to thrive in diverse freshwater systems.