Author: Rafinesque, 1819
FBname: Bluegill
Comments: Adults are found frequently in lakes, ponds, reservoirs and sluggish streams (Ref. 5723, 10294); occur primarily in reservoirs in Hawaii; preferably live in deep weed beds (Ref. 5723).  Active mainly during dusk and dawn.  They feed upon snails, small crayfish, insects, worms and small minnows (Ref. 5723).  Young feed on crustaceans, insects and worms (Ref. 5723, 10294).