Where They Live
Shallow flats, shell beds, grass edges and firm-bottom areas near deeper water.
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🐟 Freshwater Panfish
Redear Sunfish Fishing in Louisiana
Lepomis microlophus
Often called shellcracker, redear sunfish are a popular Louisiana panfish that can reach impressive sizes.
How to Fish
Worms and other natural baits fished near the bottom are especially popular; small jigs also take fish.
Seasonal Pattern
Spring and early summer can bring concentrated shallow-water fishing during spawning activity.
Quick Tip
Fish close to bottom around shell, vegetation and firm-bottom transitions.
📏 LOUISIANA REGULATIONS
FreshwaterRedear Sunfish Size, Creel & License Guide
Quick planning summary based on current LDWF recreational fishing rules. Always verify before harvesting fish.
📍 Special waterbody / harvest notes
Bussey Brake has a 50/day aggregate sunfish limit. Check local/WMA rules.
Important: Regulations, emergency rules, seasons and waterbody exceptions can change. The official LDWF regulations control if anything on this page differs.
WHERE TO CATCH THEM
Redear Sunfish Waters in Louisiana
Locations currently tagged for redear sunfish on Fishing Louisiana Waters.
15 locations
