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striped bass

American  
[bas] / bæs /

noun

  1. an important American game fish, Morone saxatilis, having blackish stripes along each side.


Etymology

Origin of striped bass

An Americanism dating back to 1810–20

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Fishermen are concerned about coming runs of shad and striped bass.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 19, 2026

Depending on the season, fishers like Mr. Stevens can bring in even more treasures, like scallops, squid, blue crabs, striped bass, mackerel and skate.

From New York Times ● Apr. 23, 2024

He noted that many factors have harmed the Chinook, such as non-native striped bass that feed on young salmon passing through the delta, and algae blooms that at times starve the water of oxygen.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 31, 2024

I think that one of the most successful story in America is about the striped bass on East Coast, right here.

From Salon ● Oct. 4, 2023

The best time to fish for striped bass is around sunrise. template.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner

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