Blue-spotted sunfish

The Blue-spotted sunfish is a small, visually striking fish known for its vibrant blue spots and dashes against a darker, often greenish or brownish backdrop. Native to freshwater environments in Eastern North America, it exhibits a compact, somewhat laterally compressed body conducive to its preference for densely vegetated waters. Despite its appealing appearance, it remains relatively less known in the aquarium hobby compared to other sunfish species, possibly due to its more specific care requirements and lesser availability.