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In Canada, Smallmouth Bass are found in the Great lakes watershed, the St. Lawrence River, and north to north of Lake Nipissing and south of Lake Nipigon, and throughout northwestern Ontario.

This feisty, warm water species is found throughout lakes and rivers that are clear, with little vegetation, rocky bottoms and temperatures between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Some experts say the best habitat for Smallmouth Bass is near rocky points and reefs in six to ten feet of water. However, they are also numerous in deeper waters, around rocky shorelines, points, and offshore shoals, and sunken rock bars and islands and drop-offs.

Deeper waters where more feeder fish reside can also be a hotspot for Smallmouth Bass, who follow food sources. The species is very sensitive to pollution and therefore is only found in clean waters.