Reddit user Garonasix seeks help in identifying panfish, sparking a lively debate among fishing enthusiasts.
Summary
- The community debates whether the fish in question are bluegill, redear, or pumpkinseed.
- Contributors give their varied opinions and share their own experiences with panfish.
- One user humorously suggests referring to all as “brim” regardless of subspecies differences.
Debating Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Redear
Reddit user terriblystupidjoke provides his input on each numbered fish, confidently identifying them as bluegill, pumpkinseed, bluegill, and redear respectively. Another user, lipsquirrel, agrees with the bluegill and pumpkinseed identification but swaps the positions of redear and pumpkinseed. MonkeysAndMozart corrects the placement of red ear and pumpkinseed, adding that the third fish is also a bluegill. Monsterverse001 and DaddyBookkeeper both believe the fish #3 to be a bluegill. However, daft_wizard introduces regional lingo, mentioning that they would simply call all the fish “brim” despite their differences in subspecies.
Fishing Community Vibrancy
Interacting with the fishing community on Reddit not only helps in fish identification but also brings a sense of camaraderie and shared enthusiasm for the sport. Users enjoy sparking discussions and sharing their knowledge and experiences with fellow anglers, creating a vibrant online fishing community.