Green Sunfish have a dark olive green body with blue lines on their cheek. They also have rows of small blue speckles on their body. Their belly is usually white or yellow. All of the fins, except the pectoral fins, have an orange, yellow, or white outline. The ear flap is black and sometimes has a thin white to yellow-orange margin. They have a large mouth.
Diet: invertebrates, insects, and small fish
Habitat & Range
Green Sunfish prefer vegetated areas in sluggish backwaters and ponds. They can be found in very muddy waters and are able to tolerate poor water quality. They feed on invertebrates, insects, and small fish.
Where to Fishing
New Castle County, Saint Jones River and Wyoming Pond (Potentially anywhere in the State due to accidental stocking)
Frequently Asked Questions
Fishing Tips
Green Sunfish can be caught with artificial flies, small spinners, and small jigs. Live bait often includes crickets, meal worms, small worms, and small minnows fished suspended under a bobber.
