Fishing for Everglades pygmy sunfish

Elassoma evergladei

The Everglades pygmy sunfish is a small freshwater fish native to the southeastern United States. It typically measures around 1-1.5 inches in length and weighs less than 0.01 pounds. This species thrives in slow-moving, vegetated waters. It feeds on small invertebrates and exhibits a shy, reclusive behavior, often hiding among aquatic plants. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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