The pirate perch is a small freshwater fish native to North America. It typically grows up to 5.5 inches and weighs around 0.2 pounds. With a dark, mottled body and a unique forward-positioned vent, it inhabits slow-moving streams and swamps. Its diet consists mainly of insects and small crustaceans. Known for its nocturnal behavior, it often hides among vegetation. This summary is AI generated
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Pirate perch.