If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How long do bass live?” have we got a video for you. Below you’ll find the answer to this intriguing question, enjoy.
In that video we learned that there are many factors that help determine the lifespan of bass. Their environment is one of those factors as bass who live in colder waters typically live longer than bass who live in warmer waters. For example bass living in the northern US will live anywhere from 15-20 years, and bass residing in the south will live 10-12 years. In addition to temperatures, the cleanliness of the water contributes to longevity of bass as cleaner waters and well maintained waters help bass to have longer lives.
Now that you know how long bass live you can educate your fishing partners next time your out there rippin’ lip.
Source: BassResource