![]() ![]() ![]() Redear Sunfish vs Shellcracker- What’s the difference? Bluegill typically have a darker coloration, with shades of dark green, brown and purple. Shellcracker vs Bluegill- What’s the difference? Bluegill Shellcracker- Notice the orange opercular ear flap Shellcracker vs Bluegill- Whats the difference?Īlthough Shellcracker and Bluegill look similar and they often inhabit the same lakes and ponds, they are two totally different species of Sunfish.Ī Bluegill, ( Lepomis macrochirus) is smaller than a shellcracker, and lacks the red or orange opercular ear flap. Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Arizona are all known for their very large and robust Shellcracker fishing. Many lakes and ponds throughout the United States stock Shellcracker as a sportfish, with fish reaching up to 4 lbs. Adults typically are 7-10 inches in length, with large specimens reaching up to 12 inches in length and 2lbs in weight. ![]() Shellcracker grow quickly and reach larger sizes than many other sunfish species. ![]()
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