Young walleye have six or seven dark saddle marks on their backs. Adults may be dark silver to dark olive brown with brassy spots. The underside may be yellow or white. There is a black blotch on the dorsal fin and a white tip on the lower lobe of the tail. This spotted catfish is prized both as a sport and food fish.
Spots vary from a few to many.
The bluegill may be light to dark blue or even bright purple. A broad area from the throat to the ear flap may be bright orange or yellow. There is a black spot on the ear flap. Bars on the sides are visible in the water only. Endangered Fish Anglers who hook any endangered fish must release them alive immediately.