Pumpkinseed Fishing Tips, World Record & Biology
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Pumpkinseed

Unknown
Family Game Fish
Pumpkinseed

Biology & Profile

Known scientifically as Unknown, the Pumpkinseed is highly sought after by anglers in environments. 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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Quick Stats

Optimal Temp 50.0°F - 80.0°F