Fishing Story

[Itcntogofishin]

I wish I could have seen the fish before it discolored.  I am 90% sure it is a Green Sunfish.  

The blue spots that I think I see on the cheeks and body suggest a pumpkin seed, but the shape is wrong.  


This is what a green sunfish looks like.  They are ok eating, can overtake some bluegill waters, but I like them.

I have caught numerous sunfish in my day but none that are black.  The entire body was a dark color prior to being placed in the death bucket. Also, the shape was more typical of bass or bullhead and the scales of a perch or bass. I think the dots do confirm your theory. Maybe a water acidity/alkaline issue, lack of food etc. because there are at least 5 more swimming around with the same characteristics.   Thanks!