Banded Sunfish (Enneacanthus obesus)
Fish in the family Centrarchidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameEnneacanthus obesus
FamilyCentrarchidae
Also known asEastern Banded Sunfish
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
DietCarnivore
Adult size3.5 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 45-75°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 3-12 dGH
Appearance
Disc-shaped little sunfish with dark vertical bars and turquoise-green iridescent spangles over a brown body.
Difficulty and care for the Banded Sunfish
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Eastern USA
Keeper notes
Mostly peaceful but predatory; eats fish and shrimp small enough to swallow. Males mildly territorial when spawning.
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