The butterfly perch is a vibrant marine fish known for its striking coloration and elongated fins. It typically measures around 8 inches in length and weighs up to 1 pound. Inhabiting rocky reefs and kelp forests, it feeds on small invertebrates and plankton. Butterfly perch are social creatures, often forming schools for protection and foraging. 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 Butterfly perch.