Fishing for Black perch

Embiotoca jacksoni

The black perch is a coastal marine fish known for its dark, metallic sheen and laterally compressed body. Typically reaching 12 inches and weighing around 1.5 pounds, it inhabits rocky reefs and kelp forests. Its diet consists mainly of small invertebrates. Black perch are social, often forming schools, and exhibit territorial behavior during breeding season. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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