floatingjointed Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Hello Everyone I was fishing in Scugog today, and luckily i got 4 bass, 3 of them about 1-2 lb, and 1 is about 3 lbs, I only keep the 3 lbs one, when i get back to the dock, a guy see me holding the fish, and he told me that I should release the bigger one and not the smallers the reason he said is the 3lb or above is female, should be release and let them lay eggs, so the lake will have more fish... But my theory is if I release the small one(1-2lb), they still have a chance to grow and mate, and the bigger one will just eat more fish for growing bigger. what do u think? or what should i do , cos i also want to keep the lake healthy (more fish and more balance of the lake) and what will you keep or release thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitespinnerbait Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 , a guy see me holding the fish, and he told me that I should release the bigger one ............what do u think? thanks Tell the guy to mind his own buisiness Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Welcome to our site.... Everyone is entitled to there opinion when it comes to ethics. Keep what you want as long as its in your possession limit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 well the guy is right.. very few smaller fish live to become a 3lber and smaller ones have far less toxins in them if the guy was casually chatting with you..great info but if he came up to you and told you...it's no of his business ..you are 100% within your rights to keep the big ones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowshep Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 l don't no much about Bass do they really change sex when they get bigger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdve23rveavwa Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Tell the guy to mind his own buisiness Probably the best answer right there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 l don't no much about Bass do they really change sex when they get bigger Not sure about bass either, but I know my cousin Leonard sure did Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdve23rveavwa Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Not sure about bass either, but I know my cousin Leonard sure did Almost spewed a bit of coffee on that one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimsbylander Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Not sure about bass either, but I know my cousin Leonard sure did Hahahaha THAT was funny! Poor Leona! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Hahahaha THAT was funny! Poor Leona! Actually, it's now Leonora Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 I know a Leonora. Is he/she a bit heavy set? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 I know a Leonora. Is he/she a bit heavy set? Dunno, haven't seen him/her in years but if their heavy set it could be either muscles or pregnant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bailey Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Some species of fish can change sex in response to various types of environmental pressures, but I don't think it happens in largemouth or smallmouth. And like has already been said, tell him to mind his own business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmeh Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 If you're really interested in helping keep the fishery healthy you should let the big ones go. Your theory is not correct as most small fish will not grow to be that size. It's just like people, not everyone can grow to be 6 foot 4. Genetics play a key role in determining how large a fish can grow. And it's in the best interest of the fishery to keep those big fish and their genetics in the lake. Think of it this way; next time you spend your time and money to go fishing do you want to catch 3 lb bass or 1 lb bass. Also as Terry mentioned larger fish have more toxins built up in their meat, so it's better for your health the eat a smaller fish as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2fish85 Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 As said before the bigger the bass the more likely that there offspring will be of a bigger size, also the 1 to 2 pounders are better to eat for taste and health reason. But all in all the guy should really mind his own business, you didn't do anything wrong so don't worry. And welcome to the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutdoorDan Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Man people can be nosy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanD Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 If you're really interested in helping keep the fishery healthy you should let the big ones go. Your theory is not correct as most small fish will not grow to be that size. It's just like people, not everyone can grow to be 6 foot 4. Genetics play a key role in determining how large a fish can grow. And it's in the best interest of the fishery to keep those big fish and their genetics in the lake. Think of it this way; next time you spend your time and money to go fishing do you want to catch 3 lb bass or 1 lb bass. Also as Terry mentioned larger fish have more toxins built up in their meat, so it's better for your health the eat a smaller fish as well. If genetics play the roll as you state (which I do believe); then a fish that is genetically small, does not necessarily mean that it is a young fish or have any less toxins then a larger fish of the same age and species. The percentage of toxins, calculating in their different weights, would likely be the same. Yes if you consume larger fish, you will be eating more toxins; but that’s because there’s more fish to eat. Dan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadadude Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 I look at it this way the 1-2 lbers taste great, the 3+lbers not so much, so for me the 1-2 are my eaters if I want a meal.In most populations there are alot of 1-2 lb fish but as you get to the 3+ and into the trophy sizes the numbers reduce drasticly.To each his own , but next time out keep a few 1 lbers for the dinner table and you will soon be letting the bigger ones go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigdritchie Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Not sure about bass either, but I know my cousin Leonard sure did That's the best comment I've ever read on this website! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 I love first post like this.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Not sure about bass either, but I know my cousin Leonard sure did I LOL so hard on that Lew I think I may have pee'ed a little... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 If you want to keep it and its within your limit then keep it. As long as your putting some thought into it and your within your limit go ahead. What is better? keeping 4 small fish or 1 large fish? The genetic makeup of the larger fish has allowed it to reach its size. however at 3 pounds your not exactly taking the cream of the crop. For me personally, I don't keep any bass, musky or pike as they are considered to be catch an release fish by many as they are prized by sport anglers. Walleye, pan fish, white fish and smaller trout are keepers within the various slot sizes imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishing Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 (edited) Small fish taste better. And big one normally has more toxins in it. Genetics make sense to me also. Edited July 29, 2011 by fishing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Not sure about bass either, but I know my cousin Leonard sure did My auntie Norman did too Lew. It was very confusing as i grew up. Never knew whether to get Chanel no5 or Old spice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floatingjointed Posted July 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2011 Thanks everyone for the friendly reply. so I think its better to keep the 1-2 lbers for eating or the lake and maybe this is the last 3 lber that I will take, here is the fish... one more thing is the guy just casually talking to me, nothing rude. and he is right, she is a female Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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