Warmouth

Warmouth (Lepomis gulosus), also known as Warmouth Sunfish or Molly, is a large freshwater fish of the Sunfish family found in ponds, lakes, rivers and streams throughout the eastern and southeastern United States. These fish can survive in polluted, low-oxygenated waters where other sunfish cannot. Warmouth have dark bodies with a mottled brown coloration and a golden belly and range in size from 10.2 to 25 cm, but can grow to over 31 cm in length, and weigh up to 1 kg. This nocturnal species is highly aggressive and likes to hide in heavy cover, waiting to ambush its unsuspecting prey such as crayfish, freshwater shrimp, and other small fish.

If you prefer to use natural baits, then the best way to catch Warmouth would be to use Bloodworms on a size #4 hook.