Other names: Common perch, Redfin perch, Big-scaled redfin, English perch, Eurasian perch
The European perch, Perca fluviatilis, is a freshwater fish native to Europe and northern Asia. It has a distinctive greenish body with dark vertical bars and a red-tipped fin. Found in a variety of habitats, including lakes and rivers, this perch is a popular target for anglers due to its wide distribution and sporting qualities.
Other names
Common perch, Redfin perch, Big-scaled redfin, English perch, Eurasian perch
Length
~25" (max 60)
Weight
~2" (max 4)
Water
Fresh
Water Temp
4-31° F
Depth
1-30 ft
Berkley PowerBait
Halco Poltergeist
Maggots
Minnows
Mr. Twister Curly Tail Grub
Mudeyes
Scrub worms
Soft Plastic jigs
Yabbie
YabbiesAlways open
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No
European perch thrive in lakes, rivers, and estuarine lagoons
They prefer clear, slow-moving waters with abundant vegetation
Their diet includes small fish, insects, and crustaceans
Juveniles are found in shallow, vegetated areas for protection and feeding
Spawning occurs in spring in shallow waters with submerged vegetation
Females lay eggs in long, gelatinous ribbons, which adhere to underwater structures
After hatching, larvae and juveniles feed on plankton before transitioning to larger prey
Perch often form schools, with spawning and feeding migrations occurring seasonally
