Fishing for Golden perch

Macquaria ambigua
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The golden perch is a freshwater fish known for its robust, deep-bodied shape and golden-yellow coloration. Typically found in rivers and lakes of Australia, it feeds on insects, crustaceans, and smaller fish. Reaching up to 30 inches and weighing around 33 pounds, it is an active predator, often seen in schools during spawning seasons. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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