Largemouth Bass vs Mahi-mahi
Micropterus salmoides compared with Coryphaena hippurus
Taxonomy & Classification
| Attribute | Largemouth Bass | Mahi-mahi |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Micropterus salmoides | Coryphaena hippurus |
| Order | Centrarchiformes | Carangiformes |
| Family | Centrarchidae | Coryphaenidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Physical Traits
| Attribute | Largemouth Bass | Mahi-mahi |
|---|---|---|
| Max Length | 97.0 cm | 210.0 cm |
| Max Weight | 10.1 kg | 40.0 kg |
| Color | Olive-green to dark green back fading to pale yellowish-white belly, with a bold dark lateral band of mottled blotches running from gill to tail. | Dazzling iridescent blue-green and gold flanks; males have a blunt squared-off head; flanks flicker golden-yellow to electric blue when alive, fading to dull gray-green at death. |
Habitat & Environment
| Attribute | Largemouth Bass | Mahi-mahi |
|---|---|---|
| Water Type | Freshwater | Saltwater |
| Depth Range | 0-6m | 0-85m |
| Geographic Range | Native to eastern North America from the Great Lakes south through the Mississippi River basin to the Gulf states and Florida. Introduced widely across Europe, … | Worldwide in tropical and subtropical oceanic waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans. Highly pelagic; gathers around floating sargassum mats, current lines, and thermocline … |
| Habitat | Estuaries | Neritic, pelagic, coral reefs |
Fishing Information
| Attribute | Largemouth Bass | Mahi-mahi |
|---|---|---|
| Game Fish | Yes | Yes |
| Fight Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| World Record | — | — |
| Mercury Level | — | — |
Cuisine & Edibility
Largemouth Bass
Firm white flesh with a mild, clean flavor; low fat content. Popular pan-fried, baked, or grilled; widely regarded as one of North America's finest freshwater table fish.
Mahi-mahi
Firm, slightly sweet flesh with large, moist flakes and low fat. Excellent grilled, blackened Cajun-style, or in tacos; one of the most popular sport fish for the table.
Species Overview
Largemouth Bass
The largemouth bass is the most popular freshwater game fish in North America. Known for explosive topwater strikes and powerful runs, it inhabits warm lakes, ponds, and slow-moving rivers with abundant cover.
Mahi-mahi
The mahi-mahi, also known as dorado or dolphinfish, is among the most colorful pelagic fish in the ocean. Its iridescent blue, green, and gold body fades rapidly after death. It is a fast-growing species, rarely living beyond five years.