Large mouth bass versus sea bass?

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| Appearance | Greenish-brown with a prominent black stripe along the lateral line | Gray or brown with darker mottling |

| Size | Averages 1-5 lbs, with some reaching up to 10 lbs | Averages 2-5 lbs, with some reaching up to 100 lbs |

| Habitat | Fresh water lakes, rivers, and ponds | Salt water oceans and estuaries |

| Diet | Feeds on smaller fish, insects, and amphibians | Feeds on smaller fish, squid, and crustaceans |

| Fishing Techniques | Caught using baitcasting, spinning, and fly fishing | Caught using bottom fishing, trolling, and jigging |

| Game Qualities | Known for its aggressive fighting style | Known for its delicate flavor and meaty texture |

| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Some species are considered threatened or endangered |