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Green sunfish Profile

Lepomis cyanellus

ℹ️ Overview

The Green Sunfish (Lepomis cyanellus) is a small, freshwater fish native to North America, characterized by its vibrant greenish-blue coloring and distinctive dark markings on its sides and gills. It has a round, laterally compressed body with a large mouth. Although it's not as popular or well-known in the aquarium hobby as some other sunfish species, it's appreciated by some enthusiasts for its striking appearance and adaptability. Known for its hardiness, the Green Sunfish inhabits a wide range of water bodies, from streams and rivers to ponds and lakes across its native range.

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  • AffordabilityVery Affordable
  • DifficultyModerate
  • HardinessModerate
  • pH6.0 - 9.0
  • PopularityModerate
  • RarityUncommon
  • Temperature18.0 - 30.0 °C

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

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