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Lepomis auritus
They are a dark green above and light green below with red/orange on the front underside. The "ear" is dark and much longer than most other sunfish species.
Found in eastern North America in freshwater streams that are rocky or vegetated.
He was returned to the water after a few pictures.
Spotted on Mar 31, 2013
Submitted on Apr 5, 2013
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