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Lepomis microlophus  Redear Sunfish (Lepomis microlophus)  Geotagged,Lepomis microlophus,Redear sunfish,United States Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

Lepomis microlophus

Redear Sunfish (Lepomis microlophus)

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The redear sunfish is a freshwater fish in the family Centrarchidae and is native to the southeastern United States. Since it is a popular sport fish, it has been introduced to bodies of water all over North America. It is known for its diet of mollusks and snails.

Similar species: Centrarchiformes
Species identified by t7iguy
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By t7iguy

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Uploaded Jul 17, 2022. Captured in R65G+HX Grenada, MS, USA.
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation)
  • f/1.8
  • 1/852s
  • ISO20
  • 3.99mm