Language
Country/Area
No result found
Why do bass eyes glow in the dark? Uncover the secret of this strange phenomenon!
Perch, also known as bass, is one of the most popular freshwater fish in North America. With its unique visual properties and excellent food value, the popularity of sea bass is remarkable in both the fishing and culinary circles. However, many fishing enthusiasts still don’t know why a bass’s eyes glow in the dark. What kind of biological phenomenon is this?
In the dark, the eyes of bass can use its unique reflective structure-the bright film.
The reflective structure of the bass is called "tapetum lucidum". This is a special structure common in the eyes of some aquatic creatures that enhances their vision in low-light environments. When light enters the eye of a bass. This biological feature greatly enhances the bass's ability to hunt in the dark.
Biological characteristics of bass
Perch usually have olive and gold undertones, which match the color of their habitat and make it easier to hide. Such coloration not only protects bass from being detected by predators, but also effectively helps them lurk and hunt prey.
The vision of bass is greatly affected by light conditions, and their visual abilities are even better when the light is weak.
Foraging behavior of bass
Perch is mainly a nocturnal creature and they forage at night, which is why I heard that fishing for bass at night is productive. They usually appear in the twilight hours of dusk and dawn, or when the water is rough, conditions that enhance the bass's feeding efficiency.
Perch in different waters
Chubs have an extremely wide distribution range, from the Great Lakes region of North America to many inland rivers and lakes, allowing them to adapt to different environments. It's worth noting that bass size and growth rates can vary in different areas. Generally speaking, bass in the south grow faster and are relatively larger.
Female bass are generally larger than males and have longer lifespans, living up to 29 years.
Food and fishing tips for bass
Perch are carnivorous fish that favor a variety of small fish and invertebrates. Because their foraging behavior is particularly active at night, anglers generally choose to fish at night, mainly using live bait or similar things that simulate small fish. These fishing techniques make full use of the visual characteristics of bass, allowing anglers to gain more harvest in dim waters.
In areas like Minnesota, bass is considered a culturally significant food.
Ecological protection and population dynamics
Because there are certain differences in body size, gender and age of bass, ecological protection measures in various places have a great impact on it. For example, many states regulate the number and size of bass fish to ensure their ecological balance and the continued survival of the species.
As the research on bass continues to deepen, scientists have also begun to explore the mysteries of the bass's visual system. Research in this field may be able to reveal more magical properties of aquatic creatures. Does the night-attack instinct of bass stem from adaptation to the environment? Or is this a continuation of a lost ancient trait?
When we understand why bass can glow in the dark, should we also rethink our understanding and protection of the natural world?
