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Ep. 207 - The New Neosho Bass Research Every Ozark Angler Should Know with Chris Middaugh & Tyler Chafin
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- The Ozark Podcast
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- Mar 11, 2026
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- 3970
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→ Download your free Neosho Bass Field Guide https://ozarkweekly.beehiiv.com/neoshoguide → Join other Ozarkers on our Patreon - The Holler The Neosho bass story keeps getting deeper. In this episode, Chris Middaugh of Arkansas Game & Fish and Tyler Chafin of the University of Arkansas break down brand-new genetic research on the Ozarks’ most fascinating fish. What used to be treated like “just another smallmouth” is now helping scientists better understand four distinct bass lineages across Arkansas, how hybridization has changed some streams, and why this matters for the future of Ozark fishing and conservation. If you care about smallmouth, native fish, or the hidden stories inside Ozark rivers, this one is worth your time. Together with... Vortex Optics - Industry leader in scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Maverik - Adventure's first stop in the Ozarks Prism Glass Co - Luxury residential glass and mirror installation Big Pete's Taxidermy - High-quality work with quick turnaround Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Everything you need to start your next adventure 00:00 If you missed our Neosho Bass series 7:00 History of Neosho research 15:00 Research expectations vs. reality 35:00 Summary of new findings 52:00 Why this matters for anglers What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disco…