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Beeds Lake has a good crappie population. Most of the crappie are 7-9 inches with a few over 10. Yellow Bass and Bluegill are also present. There is a good Largemouth Bass population in Beeds Lake with some fish up to 5 to 6 pounds.(2025)
In nearly all cases, Iowa fish are safe to eat. Cleaning and/or preparing the meal causes most of the problems regarding taste or color of fish. Like all living creatures, fish are susceptible to diseases, parasites, and other naturally occurring conditions in the water. If you suspect your fish is affected by any of these conditions, do not eat it. Consider eating smaller and younger fish which usually have lower levels of contaminants than larger ones. Most contaminants accumulate in larger, older fish. For additional information, check out our resources for eating and cooking Iowa caught fish.
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