The bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus), sometimes referred to as "bream", "brim", "sunny", or, in Texas, "copper nose", [4] is a species of North American freshwater fish, native to and commonly found in …

True bluegills are the largest of the Minnesota sunfish, growing to 4 to 8 inches in length and a half pound in weight on average. Perhaps its most distinguishing feature is the dark blue tab or “ear flap” …

The bluegill is a common host fish for freshwater mussels. The fish provides the mussel with a place to live (usually on their gills) for the first part of its life.

Jul 8, 2026 · Bluegill fishing is one of the best ways to introduce kids to the outdoors. Use this guide to learn how to locate, catch, and cook bluegill.

Apr 11, 2026 · The bluegill is a common North American freshwater sunfish (family Centrarchidae), popular with anglers and frequently stocked in ponds and lakes. It is laterally compressed with a …

Jul 10, 2026 · Big Stone Lake in western Minnesota is on fire with trophy bluegills. The state record has been broken there twice this summer.

Jun 30, 2026 · Minnesota angler Chris Mulcahey has officially entered the state record books after landing a giant bluegill that tipped the scales at 2 pounds, setting a new Minnesota state record for …

The bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus), sometimes referred to as "bream," "brim," "sunny," or, as is common in Texas, "copper nose", is a species of North American freshwater fish, native to and …

Jul 9, 2026 · When do Bluegill Spawn? The Bluegill spawn starts from around Mid to late April and carries on till August depending on what state you are in. In some states, the spawn has been known …

Jul 3, 2023 · The name bluegill derives from the iridescent bluish coloration on the cheek and gill plate. They also have a black earflap, which is one way to distinguish bluegills from other true sunfish species.