Species-Group Context
The inventory retains Lepomis megalotis. Genetic and morphological research recognizes several distinct lineages within the older longear complex. Records from that broad historical group should keep their original locality rather than being transferred automatically to every newly separated species.
Habitat and Food
Traditional accounts describe shallow water with vegetation in lakes, ponds and slower streams. Invertebrates and insects are important foods, with small fish also taken. These observations describe the broad account and should be refined where a modern population identification is available.
Nesting and Size
Males establish shallow nests, often near other nesting fish, and defend their territories. A published maximum from the combined group is not independently established for each revised species. Preserve scientific-name treatment and population locality when comparing large fish or assigning detailed reproductive observations.
Keep Historical Scope Explicit
A familiar Longear Sunfish label may cover more than one modern lineage. Preserve locality and the source’s identification before assigning measurements.
All Lakes With Longear Sunfish
Browse lakes and reservoirs with documented Longear Sunfish records, listed alphabetically. Records do not establish current abundance or public access. Check the evidence and managing authority for the water you choose.
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- A. J. Jolly Lake Campbell, KY
- Abbott Pond Northeastern Connecticut, CT
- Aberdeen Lake Monroe, MS
- Ackley Pond Bradford, PA
- Acme Pond Northeastern Connecticut, CT
- Acre Pond Susquehanna, PA
- Adder Reservoir Lower Connecticut River Valley, CT
- Addison Pond Capitol, CT
- Adkins Brothers Lake Robertson, KY
- Afton Lake Chenango, NY
- Agnew Pond Bradford, PA
- Airdwood Lake Hamilton, NY
- Albemarle Lake East Carroll, LA
- Alcyon Lake Gloucester, NJ
- Alder Brook Lake Hamilton, NY
- Alder Pond Essex, NY
- Aldon Mill Pond Capitol, CT
- Alexander Lake Northeastern Connecticut, CT
- Alexandria Community Park Lake Campbell, KY
- Alford Pond Essex, NY
- Aliceville Lake Pickens, AL
- Allamuchy Pond Warren, NJ
- Allatoona Lake Cherokee, GA
- Allegheny Reservoir Warren, PA