Biology & Profile
As a prominent member of the family, the Pumpkinseed provides excellent sport in US waters. The pumpkinseed (Lepomis gibbosus), also referred to as sun perch, pond perch, common sunfish, punkie, sunfish, sunny, and kivver, is a small to medium–sized freshwater fish of the genus Lepomis (true sunfishes), from the sunfish family (Centrarchidae) in the order Centrarchiformes. It is endemic to eastern North America.
Habitat & Diet
The ideal habitat for Pumpkinseed typically consists of Lakes, Reservoirs, Rivers.
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Fishing Tips & Best Baits
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