The orangespotted sunfish is a small freshwater fish characterized by its vibrant orange spots and a compressed, oval body. Typically measuring 2-4 inches and weighing up to 0.2 pounds, it inhabits slow-moving streams and ponds. Its diet consists mainly of insects and small invertebrates. Known for its territorial behavior, it often guards its nesting area aggressively. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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