tongue patches are easiest way to tell
White Bass A. Has one tooth patch near the midline towards the back of the tongue. B. Body deep, more than 1/3 length. C. Stripes faint, only one extends to tail. Striped Bass A. Has two, distinct tooth patches near the midline towards the back of the tongue. B. Body slender, less than 1/3 length. C. Stripes distinct, several extend to tail. Hybrid Striped Bass A. Has two, distinct tooth patches near the midline towards the back of the tongue. B. Body deep, more than 1/3 length. C. Stripes distinct, usually broken, several extend to tail.