The Hidden World of the Largemouth Bass

A documentary on the life of the largemouth bass. Learn about bass behavior, see where they live (habitat), learn what they eat, and why some fishing lures work, and some lures don't. And learn why the bluegill is one of the best live baits to use for catching big largemouth bass. Plus, information on water temperatures, where and when they spawn, and a look at baby bass.
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[@kevinharrigan2727]

I’ve worked with and kept all kinds of aquatic animals and fish and I love fishing, and I know fish are incredibly intelligent especially predatory fish. But seeing that female recognize you, chase others away, spend time with you…that was truly incredible. Every fisherman should 100% watch this and appreciate how special these fish and all fish really are and to treat them accordingly. Beautiful work man, I hope way more people watch this and get something from this video like I did.

[@TheDave333]

Thanks Kevin. I appreciate the kind words.

[@GenRN]

She is “My Large Mouth Bass Teacher”. Loved it!!! Thanks as always for some amazing video and thoughtful and educational commentary!

[@TheDave333]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@theboringbiker]

This video and your bluegill video really paints these fishes as more intelligent than I used to believe

[@TheDave333]

Now, my mission has been accomplished. Thank you!

[@saltypond390]

I love the way the fish look at the camera, it’s kinda cute! Fish are a lot more intelligent than people think they are. There’s this pond near me that has a ton of Rock Bass, and one of them seems to know me. Perhaps it’s because whenever I’m done fishing, I feed the rest of my bait to the fish. The Rock Bass has a small scar on it’s nose, so she’s pretty recognizable (I know it’s a female because it’s bigger than a lot of the others).

[@TheDave333]

Fish can definitely remember us, just as we can remember them. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@Rainkit]

Amazing camera work as usual. Surprised the wild fish let you get close enough to film them.

[@TheDave333]

You and me both! Very surprising, but apparently they've come to know me and trust me. Probably because I spent so much time "social distancing" in the lake this past summer!!! 🐠

[@adamnpwilder]

I grew up in Southern Maine. I have always been fascinated with smaller less known freshwater ponds in this area. Largemouth bass fishing was my favorite past time when I was younger. I am now in my 50s and seldom fish anymore. I have found that I now have too much empathy for these wonderful animals and am too afraid of fatally injuring them. I discovered, from experience, that largemouth bass are smarter than we realize and that they also feel pain. I had no idea that they are as smart are you show them to be in this video. Thank you so much for posting this. Great Video!

[@TheDave333]

I too empathize with their suffering. . . They are very intelligent, and yes they do feel pain. Many anglers will deny this fact, possibly out of guilt, but there's no doubt in my mind. I'm really glad you enjoyed the video and took the time to leave a comment. 😁

[@ThatsSoGiorgio]

I started fishing this year and immediately wanted to catch bass. It took me over a month of studying and learning fishing lures and techniques, I want to say that just last week became a serious time for me to fish for sport and not just hobby. I caught my personal best bass through studying the lake and pin pointing their spots and it’s an incredible feeling. I always appreciate the beauty of the creature with a picture and ALWAYS release it. This video was really neat and made me appreciate bass even more. I think they’re beautiful creatures both in appearance and behavior, I always wondered what it looked like down there. Loved the whole video and learned so much. Thank you. I’ve certainly gained a new respect for these fish and will appreciate them that much more with every catch.

[@TheDave333]

Awesome story! Thank you for sharing. Fishing is so much fun!!! I find that knowing the water, and using the proper lure presentation is the key to catching more fish. Be sure to watch my video on bluegill, amid the chain pickerel. :-D

[@GenRN]

Watching now on a big screen. Can’t wait! I used to catch these as a kid fishing with my dad.

[@TheDave333]

Yay! It's a bit different. :-)

[@ShamanJeeves]

Clicked on your bluegill video last night, and now that I've watched a second, I can confidently say that I'm hooked. I grew up fishing on the Mississippi in southern Minnesota, and I really appreciate this glimpse into the world of fish.

[@TheDave333]

I'm so glad you appreciate my work. Mother nature is amazing, all of the credit goes to her. I'm just a guy with a camera. 🦈🐟🐠🌻🐝🌴

[@Kenneth_Fishing]

I would’ve never thought you would make a video on Largemouth bass. I also live in the north east of United States and in this past year I’ve spent many hours targeting largies but most importantly, I’ve learned quite a bit too. Sometimes using a lure that isn’t very common among the other anglers is key when catching the big fish. In my pond I almost never see anyone using frog lures or realistic swim baits and not many people use jerkbaits. Most people use worms or flukes, I’ve tried frogs and swim baits and have caught very large bass with them. Fish are a lot more complex than we think, there’s a reason they’ve made it this far up the evolutionary chain and still live today. Millions of years of evolution is buried deep within their genetic code, they aren’t stupid and know how to survive. Very cool video my friend, may I ask you which state you’re from? I from New Jersey but you don’t seem to be from Jersey, I’m guessing Connecticut?

[@sibashishpaul6681]

Very thoughtful

[@TheDave333]

@Catfsihnig Thanks for watching the video. . . I am constantly amazed by the things I see in the natural world. Fish are so versatile, and there are so many of them! There's always a surprise. More videos on the lake coming soon, p.s. I'm in Massachusetts. 🌍

[@tamarrajames3590]

I love this immersive style from you. As always, your filming and editing are breathtaking, and your composition skills, even in the wild are mad. Your musical choice is perfection. I think that older female has a crush on you, and I’m glad it is reciprocated. The beauty of the lakebed flora and topography combined with the soft green/yellow cast of the water, the rippling patterns of sun through water…and the remarkable beauty of the fish is mesmerizing. Thank you for these relaxing and informative moments.🖤🇨🇦

[@TheDave333]

@Tamarra James You're very welcome! I spent a lot of time in the lake "social distancing" this past summer!!! So, you can expect more videos like this one in the near future. By the way, your comments are very uplifting, and they always motivate me to work harder. So, thank you for your support!!! 🙂🐟🐠

[@tamarrajames3590]

@@TheDave333 I’m happy my comments are enjoyed by you, I’m really just telling you the truth. Your love of subject always shines through in your work, whether it be in a tank or the lake. I always look forward to a notification from you,and this was a delightful surprise, there is a cinematic quality here that is hard to get in a tank. As long as you make them…I will be watching and commenting.🖤🇨🇦

[@blakenelson8385]

This was a great video. Thank you.

[@TheDave333]

♥♥♥

[@tamarrajames3590]

@@TheDave333 😘

[@kentuckysmoose]

These make me feel like im a kid again watching animal planet or natgeo nature documentaries i love it

[@TheDave333]

Awesome thank you!

[@MichaelEMJAYARE]

Its so fascinating that Bass and Bluegill are all in the same family. I guess its like having lions living amongst domestic kittens!

[@TheDave333]

That's a great analogy! 😁

[@jeffcusack7612]

Wow Dave, just incredible… that last line choked me up a lil bit! Keep up the great work, we certainly appreciate it.

[@TheDave333]

Thank you, I will. 🙂

[@stinky4123]

The part where you said that bass will avoid lures that have hooked them before is so true. There's a pond near my old house that I used to go to and it didn't matter what type of lure I would use I would never be able to catch a bass. One day when I was fishing with my buddy at that place he jokingly said put a piece of beef stick on your hook. About 5 minutes later I hooked into a huge 2 plus pound bass. That's the only best I've ever caught from there

[@TheDave333]

What a great story! New things definitely get their attention. :-D

[@alecbaldwinsnotpropgun]

Huge and 2 pounds don’t go together

[@wolfpackflt670]

​@@alecbaldwinsnotpropgun guess he forgot the 1 in the number 12😂

[@lordfarquar9215]

​@@alecbaldwinsnotpropguni bet youre fun fishing.

[@chimesoffreedom9026]

I noticed a lot of boo-hooing in the comment section. This was a wonderful video and gave me a new appreciation for our aquatic friends. Being an angler myself I always try to take the utmost care in landing and releasing any fish. Very insightful and even thought provoking video. Nice job!

[@TheDave333]

Hi! Thanks for watching the video and for taking the time to leave a comment. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. It was a lot of fun to put together.

[@chimesoffreedom9026]

@@TheDave333 I thoroughly enjoyed it! Thank you for your effort.

[@TheDave333]

My pleasure!

[@IMaqua]

Amazing videography as always.

[@TheDave333]

Thank you :-)

[@endlesswanderer1753]

This is a beautiful video. I'm so glad KZbin showed me your channel. I know you love fish and would never do this, but imagine you built this years long relationship with these bass, and then one day you just grab a few and carry them out of the lake. Some fisherman has been sitting there all day without getting a nibble, and you just walk out football carrying the biggest bass he's ever seen in his life.

[@TheDave333]

I have too much respect for them to do something like that. She's like an old friend, and I make it a policy to never eat my friends. 😁😁😁

[@brainkill7034]

Too cool that mama bass took you under her wing and chases off other fish. It’s definitely not a game, she’s got a crush on you!!

[@TheDave333]

She seems to recognize me every time I'm in the lake. . . I'd make a handsome fish.

[@daveb3093]

I love your videos so much.

[@TheDave333]

Thanks . . . :-)

[@shaunstradley6357]

Have any of those bass asked you about your vehicles extended warranty

[@TheDave333]

No, but one did ask me where I got my fins.

[@J-Rod73]

😂

[@jeffchilds4021]

🤣🤣🤣

[@GambitWilson-ql4nx]

Dude I totally get it. Smh. Wow

[@thetoycollectorofseville6428]

I don't get it.

[@KephasIsStPeter]

As a catch and release fisherman. This gives a new appreciation for the fish I so love to catch.

[@TheDave333]

I'm a catch and release person these days as well. Love these fish. 😁

[@KephasIsStPeter]

@@TheDave333 thank you so much for the hard work Dave.

[@TheDave333]

My pleasure, it's a labor of love.

[@sibashishpaul6681]

Oh..Oh.. one more masterpiece from. You doesn't fail to amaze me !! Marvelous, fantastic, beautiful, lovely!!! Thousand likes to you.

[@TheDave333]

Thank you so much 😀 I need more fans like you!

[@Brad.Hobbies]

Great video!! Thank you! Always excited to see what you create next, and never have I been disappointed. Bravo, sir.

[@TheDave333]

Thank for the kind words. I work hard to produce the best videos that I can. This one took years to make!!!

[@yeezyfisherman]

you dont know how much i love this video man, thank you

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome, and thanks for watching it. It was a lot of fun to make. I love bass!

[@gregwilvert]

Beautiful and fascinating video, thanks! I fished many years ago in a farm pond here in California when I was a kid. Caught many bluegills and a few largemouth bass. Now after watching your videos you see them as sentient beings and have no interest in fishing.

[@straightwhitemale5753]

I learned something else about bluegill in this video. I didn't know they spawn all summer. You could seriously have a video of just underwater footage without any commentary and it would still be a good video. Alot of these are spotted bass. I think. I'm just now getting into fishing and your videos help Alot. Lol

[@TheDave333]

I'm glad you enjoy my work, and that you're learning more about fish. btw there are no spotted bass where I live. (Massachusetts). Love your reptiles . . . I have some footage of an Eastern Hognose snake that I'll put together someday! Peace. 🐠🦈🐟

[@straightwhitemale5753]

@@TheDave333 Ah. I struggle with telling the difference. Do it! Lol Later, yo.

[@mareara808]

Amazing! This really bring such a new understanding for these fish! That female is especially astonishing and so personable!

[@TheDave333]

Thank you! She really is special. 🐠

[@johannesvandershook]

What a great video. I'm blown away at your aquatic movements. No detectable disturbance to silt or the waters surface. All around great skills. Hats off

[@TheDave333]

Wow, thank you!

[@dilapi6227]

As an avid bass angler and tournament fisherman i absolutely love this video

[@TheDave333]

Awesome, thank you! I loved making it!

[@markvachon1807]

Very interesting videos that you produced. Much appreciated. As both a fisherman and a scuba diver, I find your videos both entertaining and informative. Keep up the good work thank you

[@TheDave333]

Wow, thank you so much.

[@Post.nut_Clarity]

it's always pretty neat to see something like this in the wild... the fact she is _protective_ of you is quite intriguing. whether it's just innate curiosity or she's possessive by nature, it still must feel pretty special to know you have a guardian who is constantly looking out for you while you're there, and _looking_ for you while you're away. wholesome stuff.

[@TheDave333]

I do feel blessed that we've formed our unusual relationship. I've spent a lot of time in that lake, and she's learned to trust me. It does feel really special.

[@Em022]

This is one of the most interesting videos I've watched when it comes to fish.

[@TheDave333]

Thank you so much. It's a labor of love. :-)

[@okurrt5836]

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAH such an awesome video!! you surely changed my perspective of looking at these fishes next time when you see her, communicate it to her that we love her and hope she and her friends live a long healthy life!!

[@TheDave333]

Thank you. Hopefully, this summer we'll swim together again. 🐠 🐠 🐠

[@richardreynolds9896]

Another awesome video!

[@TheDave333]

Thank you!

[@seratonin7004]

Always keen to see your notifications! You never disappoint. 👍

[@TheDave333]

I appreciate that

[@theboabros9724]

such a hidden gem of a channel

[@TheDave333]

Thank you so much! 😁😁😁

[@theuniversewithin74]

You deserve 100x more subs than you have! ❤️

[@TheDave333]

I agree! Tell all of your friends!!! ♥

[@chisaquaticvibe6524]

I caught a smallmouth bass in the James River back in 2018, and a largemouth bass in the Appomattox River back in 2021.

[@TheDave333]

Nice . . . I think I'm catching a cold. . . Have you ever tried ice fishing?

[@chisaquaticvibe6524]

@@TheDave333 No

[@TheDave333]

I've done it a couple times. . . not a fan. 😊

[@igris6128]

Amazing video! The visuals were stunning as always and I learned so much!

[@TheDave333]

Thank you!

[@hughjanis4755]

13:43 “the largemouth bass are the intellectuals in this crowd” the bass proceeds to make a very grumpy and nosy face

[@TheDave333]

Ha Ha so true!

[@RetroletsplayGBA]

This channel deserves more subs

[@TheDave333]

Thank you. You have excellent taste.

[@Fluffymcfluffersons]

This is one of the most incredible videos I have seen. Completely changes my perspective about bass. Absolutely amazing.

[@TheDave333]

Wow, thanks! I appreciate the kind words. :-D

[@jordangonzalez6986]

Your videos are so frickin top quality and greatly informative. Thanks for taking the time to make them! 👍🏻

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome. Thanks for watching them! 🙂

[@gillboygd]

Incredible job, this is my type of documentary. You have such a calming voice and I appreciate all of the little details especially when you talked about the male bass cleaning the eggs, I thought that was super interesting! Along with the fact that the fish recognize you showing how smart they truly are.

[@TheDave333]

Wow, thank you! They really are amazing fish. ❤

[@gillboygd]

@@TheDave333 they truly are and your welcome!!!

[@aprilsage5695]

You are quickly becoming one of my favorite channels :) Thank you for showing us your beautiful work!

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome and thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. I appreciate the love. 🙂

[@r4yy28]

Thanks for putting the effort into this! I'll check out your other videos as well, very interesting stuff

[@TheDave333]

Thank you so much. You won't be disappointed. 😊

[@CrankNbait]

wow. this video made me cry. thanks for your soothing voice, it made me feel better :) (I'm sick with strep)

[@TheDave333]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Get well soon. . . 😊

[@CrankNbait]

@@TheDave333 thanks, you should continue your underwater diving in 2024 and renew the documentary or make more about crappie, maybe pike 🤔

[@TheDave333]

There will be more underwater diving adventures coming soon.

[@carolan9740]

Visually stunning & research on point- Beautiful work!!!

[@TheDave333]

Thank you so much 😀

[@WaterWizard1]

Again an amazing video Dave. Your camerawork and easy listening voice made me feel like I had a short vacation! More natural habitat videos please! Thanks..!

[@TheDave333]

Thank you so much. More natural habitat videos are in progress.

[@gretchinst]

Just wanted to say, thank you for your beautiful footage of this species!

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome! It was a lot of fun to put this one together.

[@irenicrose]

Keep these videos going! I love how in depth and close you get to the fish :)

[@TheDave333]

Thanks, will do!

[@junglesoflustria158]

What an exceptional video. Thank you so much for sharing this with us!

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome!

[@emwitzcrackers1845]

Your channel is wonderful. I just started diving in my local lake as a workout, and to find and identify the wildlife. Whenever I've tried to look for a catalog or something, it's all about fishing and doesn't get as personal as id like. Your channel is exactly what I needed. Thank you!

[@TheDave333]

That's awesome! You're very welcome, and thank you so much for taking the time to leave a comment. I'm so glad that you appreciate my work. Lots more outdoor adventures to come.

[@emwitzcrackers1845]

@@TheDave333 yes please! I'd love more mini documentaries on lake wildlife. I live in the pnw, maybe you could do more common animals like this!

[@TheDave333]

I love my time in the lake. It's one of my favorite things to do. . . 😁

[@danieldzolevski]

Amazing as always , beautiful video great job Dave 👌✌️

[@TheDave333]

Thanks 👍

[@pacificapower1694]

Came to see how bass operated, left a new man.

[@Matt341]

I gotta watch the video then

[@TheDave333]

Diving with these fish changed me as well. . .

[@MRBURNTTOAST111]

I hope you’re doing well and thank you for the lovely video. It really makes me appreciate the fish I love to catch.

[@TheDave333]

Hi, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. It was a lot of fun to put together.

[@Rndmstff737]

As a fisherman I was able to get a new perspective on these awesome fish Bravo!

[@TheDave333]

Awesome! Thanks!! Its a different world beneath the surface.

[@Rndmstff737]

@@TheDave333 indeed it is

[@funwithfish1507]

Excellent! I really enjoyed this documentary

[@TheDave333]

Awesome, thank you!

[@FishingWithDamon]

Great vid bud I really enjoyed watching thanks for putting hard work into quality content!!

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome! It was a fun video to put together.

[@HallmarkGod]

5:30 that bass really tried to rizz up the cameraman

[@mechcntr7185]

I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you!

[@TheDave333]

You are so welcome! 😁

[@calebford3562]

This was so cool, thanks for taking the time to make this!

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome, thanks for watching it and taking the time to leave a comment.

[@Riftic1]

Really enjoyed this video! Thanks!

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome. I can't wait to get back in the lake this Summer.

[@Amishboy12TTV]

i came for fishing insight.. left loving bass even more, this was very cool!

[@TheDave333]

Awesome! Thank you! Bass are amazing fish.

[@tonys7845]

I totally dig your work. You've earned another subscription.

[@TheDave333]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it. 🐠🦈🐟🐠🦈🐟🐠🦈🐟

[@erickmischke38]

Please show me an example of a foot and a half Bluegill!!! By the way, cool underwater videos!

[@TheDave333]

Thanks! I believe the record is 15 inches and almost 5 pounds, but I'm sure there are bigger ones out there.

[@anndebaldo7381]

Wonderful video! I love to hear you talk about the intelligence of this wonderful fish! Yes, there is so much intelligence that we simply don't understand and therefore don't appreciate as you do. Thanks! And ATB!

[@TheDave333]

Thank you very much! I can't wait to get back in the lake !!! Have a spectacular day.

[@janice4146]

Thank you. Very informative. I learned a lot.

[@TheDave333]

You are welcome! It was a fun video to put together. 😁

[@TitaniumZX]

Good video Dave. Thanks for the insight.

[@TheDave333]

You're welcome. Awesome fish!

[@tonganfisherman]

And here’s us Anglers wonder why our lures don’t work! 😂😂

[@TheDave333]

Fish are much smarter than we give them credit for. They don't get big by being foolish. . . 😁

[@PaulsFishroom]

Another EXCELLENT and informative video. Thanks a lot🤓✌️

[@TheDave333]

My pleasure! 🙂

[@DeaglanFerrell]

love it. very majestic

[@TheDave333]

Thank you so much. 😁

[@tomneeb5474]

Wonderful video! Thank you for making it!

[@TheDave333]

My pleasure!

[@dominiqueperrin4257]

Waaaw !! Another great and informative video as always 👍 In France we called them Truite d’Amérique. You speak so well that the translation is perfect ! It was a pleasure 🤗

[@TheDave333]

Thank you! 😃

[@flora4547]

Awesome video, please keep making stuff like this if you enjoy it!

[@TheDave333]

Thanks I will! I really love making these videos, so I won't be stopping anytime soon. Thanks for watching them. 🐠🦈🐟

[@lamarcorlis2081]

What a great video, I'm so proud to have a Largemouth Bass as a pet, I have a 125 gallon native tank with 3 Bluegills, a Yellow Bullhead and a 5 inch baby Largemouth, this fish is the smartest fish I've ever had and they are extremely intelligent I can hand feed him and everything also this fish follows me everywhere even after feeding it seems to like when I'm by the tank very interactive, I love my native tank and plan to upgrade it as the fish grow!!☺️

[@TheDave333]

That is awesome! They really are very smart fish! I'm working on a video about the brown bullhead, as well as the blue gills. Stay tuned for more!!!

[@lamarcorlis2081]

@@TheDave333 Can't wait to see them, this video was very nice and informative!!☺️

[@datcrazywhiteboy6205]

I agree mine was named Gilbert got him from a local pond as a fingerling took flake food and started taking pellets as grew by hand very gentle just as you stated he would follow me well as get excited when I got off work we had a very special connection until he died suddenly today and I am one not to cry but tears falling watching this video :( while there are plenty available I don't believe I'll have another pet like him almost similar having a dog that connection anyways RIP GILBERT

[@datcrazywhiteboy6205]

He just turned 3 this year as well hopefully I can convince myself to get another it took alot of time and interaction to train as a fingerling they are very intelligent and anyone that reads this who is thinking about a pet bass just please have a 90 gallon minimum tank :)

[@kenneth9874]

If you can find a baby blue cat they look like miniature sharks in a tank, black crappie are pretty in a tank, I raised a pair from barely an inch to almost 12"

[@bobbieirvin9357]

I went scuba diving in Rainbow River in central Florida and one big mouth bass followed me for a good 5 minutes. Looking into its eyes I sensed a level of intelligence and curiousity that I was not expecting. Nature's incredible.

[@TheDave333]

Nature really is incredible, and fish are far more intelligent than we give them credit for. I spend as much time outdoors as I can. I hope to snorkel with the manatees on the west coast (Crystal Springs) someday soon!!!

[@MichaelKensinger]

Such a relaxing ASMR video on top of being informational.

[@TheDave333]

Thank you so much. . .

[@notyouraverageaquarist8886]

Quite fascinating! I love documentaries

[@TheDave333]

Me too!

[@AllConsumingJAWS]

I learned something new today. Thank you, my friend.

[@TheDave333]

That's awesome! I love hearing that. ❤

[@spug9338]

This video is amazing. Aquatic life is so interesting. Your channel does a great job at showcasing these amazing creatures. I think another creature you should showcase is the crayfish. I think they're super cool!

[@TheDave333]

Thank you for the kind words. Crayfish coming soon. . .

[@surendersingal2192]

Great slow motion expl anation of world of bass. Thank you sir

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome.

[@gokuuzumaki70]

Phenomenal video as always

[@TheDave333]

Thanks That's just how I roll.

[@Dropdead313]

Really cool video!👍

[@pyliu3851]

Excellent video! Thank you so much

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome!

[@RiseOrRelinquish]

This was a great video. Thank you. New to bass fishing and was very educational. Never caught a largemouth yet, only small mouth here in Eastern PA. Also, a lot of pickerel that go after my bass lures, especially the whopper plopper.

[@TheDave333]

Thanks for watching the video. Glad you enjoyed it! Be sure to watch my video on the chain pickerel as well. The more you know, the more fish you'll catch. Best of luck with the LMB this spring.

[@GCF-Media]

Beautifully done video

[@TheDave333]

Thank you very much!

[@WayneTheSeine]

I can't imagine how you get such great footage. When fishing I have attempted to use underwater cameras, but all of them have LEDs that shine straight ahead, causing particulate matter to appear as snow which blinds the view. I have had some success using an auxiliary light rigged up on the cable at an angle and keeping the camera lights off. Your in-depth information on the bass and the bluegill are spot on. I have seen bass spawn on stumps in 18 feet of water. They are very adaptive, and learn quickly to adjust to fishing pressure as well as certain baits. It is believed they can actually pass some of this info on to their fry. I have witnessed very successful baits become useless...as you pointed out. Great video. You have done your homework. :)

[@TheDave333]

Thanks for watching the video. I don't use any auxiliary lighting, just natural sunlight. Yes, particulate matter is a real pain, so I try very hard not to stir up any sediment when I move through the water. Some days are clearer than others. . .

[@lovenikolatesla846]

The life of a bass sure isn't easy learned so much about them thanks Dave 👍

[@TheDave333]

No problem 👍

[@davidbrooks6084]

That was just awesome dude!

[@TheDave333]

Hey, thanks!

[@grahamhall2662]

Simply excellent. Thank you. Yes fish have feelings like we do.

[@TheDave333]

Yes they do! Thanks for watching.

[@jca0178]

Honey! Dave just posted

[@brushitoff503]

Epic man, simply epic, thank you!

[@TheDave333]

You're very welcome. More outdoor stuff coming soon!!!

[@moncorp1]

Nice work. Very interesting.

[@TheDave333]

Thank you very much!

[@Kettakelly]

I love fishing for largemouth!!! California has some good spots ! Caught my PB this season !

[@TheDave333]

Nice. I love early morning topwater fishing with a popper. Great stuff!

[@alec9370]

Incredible videography! Try to do a video on chain pickerel next, very difficult to capture on film.

[@TheDave333]

Oh believe me, I know! I've been following them around the lake for years!!! They're way more shy than the bass, but they are my favorite native fish, so you can expect a video on them sometime soon. 😃

[@r3ynolds_ow581]

The bass at 5:29 is like "that's close enough, buddy!"

[@TheDave333]

Yeah, I can gain their trust, but it only goes so far. :-)

[@RoboGoby]

I love this video so much.

[@TheDave333]

Thank you.

[@kaylaimalo]

I really like invertebrates of all kinds, but I'd never heard of aquaric mites! Amazing video overall, and that detail really suprised me!

[@TheDave333]

Glad you enjoyed it!