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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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 European perch.