The estuary perch is a medium-sized fish found in coastal and estuarine environments. It features a deep, laterally compressed body with a dark silver to olive-green coloration. Typically reaching up to 24 inches and weighing around 10 pounds, it feeds on small fish and invertebrates. Known for its schooling behavior, it thrives in brackish waters. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Estuary perch.