Usually olive-colored with a purple luster, greenish stripes, and a large black spot at the rear of the dorsal fin. The sides of its head and chin are commonly a dark shade of blue, hence the name “bluegill”. Bluegills are most commonly found in lily ponds and around docks and boat landings. A favorite of both fly and bobber fisherman, the freshwater Bluegill is the most popular freshwater sport fish in the U.S. and is known as a tasty pan fish (just the right size for frying whole in the pan). State regulations apply, but “keeping size” is generally the span of your hand or larger.
Diet
Bluegills are carnivores, primarily eating invertebrates such as snails, worms, shrimp, aquatic insects, small crayfish, and zooplankton.
Activity Pattern
Crepuscular (Active at dawn/dusk)