Redbreast Sunfish Fishing
Lepomis Auritus
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7.9-12 inch
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0.99-1.8 lb
Redbreast Sunfish are small, colorful freshwater fish found in rivers and streams across the eastern United States. They are easily identified by their bright orange-red belly and long, pointed pectoral fins. Redbreast Sunfish prefer clear, flowing waters with plenty of cover and feed on insects and small invertebrates. They are popular among anglers for their feisty nature.
Lures & Baits
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jigs
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crickets
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redworms
Fishing Tips
- Water type: fresh
- Hook type: Bait Holder hook, J-hook, Aberdeen hook, Jighead, Sickle hook
- Hook size: #12 - #4
How to Catch Redbreast Sunfish
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still fishing
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trolling
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drift fishing
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fly fishing
Where to Catch Redbreast Sunfish
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- East Tennessee
- Florida
- Georgia
- Indiana
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Middle Tennessee
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Pennsylvania
- Puerto Rico
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- Texas
- Vermont
- Virginia
- West Tennessee
- West Virginia
Best Fishing Spots for Redbreast Sunfish
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Long Island Sound, Bayville, CT
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Lake Murray (SC, fishing)
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Marsh Creek (US, PA)
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New Jersey
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Lake Crabtree (fishing)
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Blue Marsh Lake (fishing)
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Country Club Creek
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Short Spring Branch
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South Utoy Creek
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West Bouldin Creek
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Lake A (TX)
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Sunset Lake (TX, fishing)
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Pleasant Lake (US, TX)
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Waller Creek
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Huckleberry Lake (FL)
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Lake Roper
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Old Mill Spring
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Falls lake