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Hybrid Sunfish
Bluegill, green sunfish, pumpkinseed and redear sunfish can all hybridize, so the identifying characteristics of a hybrid sunfish can vary greatly. Generally, hybrids possess a combination of traits from each parental species. A common hybrid is the bluegill X green sunfish cross. This hybrid typically has a large mouth and many similar color patterns of a green sunfish, with the body shape and black opercular flap of a bluegill.
About This Species
Hybrid sunfish are very aggressive and vulnerable to a variety of angling tactics. Most baits used for bluegills also work well for hybrids.