Fishing for European perch

Perca fluviatilis
150K logged catches • 490K followers

The European perch is a freshwater fish known for its distinctive greenish body with dark vertical stripes and red-tipped fins. It inhabits lakes, rivers, and ponds across Europe and Asia. Typically reaching 10-16 inches and weighing 1-4 pounds, it is a carnivorous species, preying on smaller fish and invertebrates. Perch are social, often forming schools. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Freshwater / Mixed

Common depth

3 ft - 72 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Potential pest

Source: Fishbase

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