From my limited experience with PS I think it is a male PS. I've seen them 9" and the rare one at 10"; really exceptional sizes for PS. I've seen them most often in clear ponds with submerged weeds. The clear water no doubt allows them to better find invertebrates and snails.

Last edited by Bill Cody; 03/02/21 03:22 PM.

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