Where Does Green Sunfish Live?

Green Sunfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Green Sunfish

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow waters, often less than 3 meters (10 feet).

Environment

Highly adaptable, found in a wide variety of habitats including slow-moving streams, rivers, ponds, lakes, and reservoirs. Prefers areas with some vegetation, submerged structures (logs, rocks), or muddy bottoms. Tolerant of turbid water and lower oxygen levels than many other sunfish species.

Geographic range

Native to central and eastern North America, ranging from the Great Lakes basin south to the Gulf Coast, and west to the Rocky Mountains. Widely introduced outside its native range, including parts of the western United States and other countries.

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