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Freshwater
Grass Carp
Dark green to brown upperparts, lighter colored underside. Large scales and tail.
Where to see
Freshwater and brackish ponds.
Notes
Up to 4 feet long and 70 pounds. These large plant eaters are stocked for aquatic plant control and eat a variety of submerged and floating vegetation. Not typically caught by fisherman since they are herbivorous.
Tilapia
Silvery-green sides, red around mouth and gills, and bright orange borders on dorsal and tail fins.
Where to see
Freshwater and brackish ponds.
Notes
Up to 14 inches and 1-5 pounds. Native to Africa. Stocked for aquatic plant control. Often seen tending circular nests in shallow water near pond edges.
Bluegill (Sunfish, Bream)
Flat body, round shape, olive-colored with dark blue/purple around gills and mouth.
Where to see
Freshwater ponds (River Course, Tennis Club Villas).
Notes
Up to 5 pounds but typically less than a pound. This colorful freshwater fish is a popular game fish. Eats small insects and minnows. Often caught using crickets or worms for bait.
Largemouth Bass
Olive-green with dark blotches, underside whitish.
Where to see
Freshwater ponds, particularly in center of island (River Course, Tennis Club Villas).
Notes
Up to 20 pounds, typically 1-5 pounds. Highly sought after freshwater fish. Voracious predator. Eats minnows, small fish, worms, frogs, and salamanders.