Redear Sunfish

🔬 Lepomis microlophus

Also called "Shellcrackers" for their ability to crush snails and mollusks, Redear Sunfish are a popular panfish found in warm, weedy lakes throughout southern Michigan. They grow larger than Bluegill on average.

6–10", 0.5–1 lb

Typical size

2 lbs 6 oz

Michigan record

Late spring through summer

Best season

259

Listed lakes

🏆 Michigan record 2 lbs 6 oz · Lyon Lake · Calhoun County · 2010 All records →

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