Common sunfish
Lepomis gibbosus
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Brackish
Overview
Common sunfish (Lepomis gibbosus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Centrarchidae (Sunfishes), in the order Centrarchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.6 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–41 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,63 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-41m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Type d'eau
Brackish
Plage de profondeur
0-41m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes) |
| Famille | Centrarchidae (Sunfishes) |
| Espèces | Lepomis gibbosus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Common sunfish get?
Common sunfish can grow up to 40.0 cm long and weigh 0.63 kg.
Where is Common sunfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Common sunfish belong to?
Common sunfish (Lepomis gibbosus) belongs to the family Centrarchidae (Sunfishes) in the order Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes).
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