Bluegill

Lepomis macrochirus

America's favorite panfish. Abundant, easy to catch, and great for introducing kids to fishing. Provides fun on ultralight tackle.

Avg Length

6–10"

World Record

15" · 4 lbs 12 oz

Habitat

Ponds, lakes, slow rivers, streams

Techniques

Top 50 Bluegill

#AnglerLengthState

#AnglerMethodLengthStateDate

1@anglerreview9"—

1@anglerreviewAI9"—Apr 20, 2026

2@evan9"—

2@evan9"—Apr 17, 2026

3@evan8.8"—

3@evan8.8"—Apr 17, 2026

4@terry8.5"—

4@terryAI8.5"—Apr 21, 2026

5@anglerreview8.5"—

5@anglerreviewAI8.5"—Apr 20, 2026

6@anglerreview8"—

6@anglerreviewAI8"—May 6, 2026

7@terry7.5"—

7@terryAI7.5"—Apr 21, 2026

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