Fishing for Pumpkinseed

Lepomis gibbosus

The Pumpkinseed is a vibrant freshwater fish known for its distinctive, colorful patterns. It typically measures 4-6 inches in length and weighs around 0.5 pounds. Inhabiting ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams, it feeds on insects, small crustaceans, and aquatic vegetation. The Pumpkinseed is a social species, often forming schools and exhibiting territorial behavior during spawning. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Potential pest

Source: Fishbase

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