Wiper and Similar Species
Morone chrysops x Morone saxatilis
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White Bass
Morone chrysops
Key differences: White Bass are smaller, have a more compressed body, typically fewer and fainter lateral stripes (often only one or two prominent ones), and only one tooth patch on the tongue. Their dorsal fins are more distinctly separated.
Striped Bass
Morone saxatilis
Key differences: Striped Bass are generally larger, more elongated, and have 7-8 prominent, solid, unbroken lateral stripes. They also have two tooth patches on the tongue, but their overall body shape is more streamlined.
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