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Animals
A jewel of southern creeks: turquoise flecks and a long upswept ear flap.
Field facts
HabitatClear rocky creeks and small rivers
RangeSouthern and central Indiana
When to lookBrightest in June
StatusSecure (Indiana DNR / IUCN Red List)
Look-alikesPumpkinseed, Orangespotted Sunfish
Field note: Breeding males are arguably the brightest freshwater fish in the state.
Lesson
Watching responsibly
Small creek fish stress fast in warm water; release within seconds.
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