The banded pygmy sunfish is a small freshwater fish native to the southeastern United States. It typically measures around 1.5 inches in length and weighs less than 0.01 pounds. Characterized by its striking vertical bands, this species inhabits slow-moving waters with dense vegetation. It feeds primarily on small invertebrates and exhibits a shy, reclusive behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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