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Kentucky Spotted Bass

Kentucky Bass

The state fish is the Kentucky Spotted Bass, Micropterus punctulatus. The bass was adopted by the state on February 27, 1956. The Kentucky Bass is acclaimed for its gameness and fighting qualities. It also a prized dish to eat.

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The Kentucky Bass is a prized game fish for fishermen throughout the state.

  

Last Updated 10/20/2009
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