what kind of fish is this it was 14inches and 2 and a half pounds

[idahopanfish]

Wow! I am not sure, it definitly is a panfish and to me resembles a sunfish or blue gill type. I haven't seen one that nice so I am not sure. Our gills and similar type of fish don't quite get that size.

Welcome to the forum and please continue to share more with us. I hope someone can identify that for you.
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