Amazing Types of Perch Fish
1. Yellow Perch (Perca Flavescent)
Among various species of perches, the most known and typical one is the yellow perch native to North America. The yellow perch has a golden yellow color with black vertical bands on its body and bright orange colored fins thus making it among the most colorful fish in freshwater bodies.
Living in the freshwater of the lakes, rivers, and reservoirs the yellow perch prefers cooler, cleaner water, and is mostly seen in large groups. They are frequently reported to use light gear and small dead-tube and worm or minnow-type baits or artificial baits.
2. European Perch (Perca Fluviatilis)
A very similar fish to the yellow perch is the European perch which is native to Europe together with north Asia. Also known as redfin perch because of its red-edged pelvic and anal finnage, the European perch is almost similar to its American counterpart, though attaining a greater size.
This is a perch species that is very aggressive and its diet consists of small fish, insects as well as crustaceans. That European perch is one of the most sought-after fish in Europe by professional fishers and sportsman fishers because of the plenty of supply and their power struggle when pulled out of water.
3. Balkhash Perch (Perca Schrenkii)
While the Checklichen perch can be regarded as rather popular, there is another type of perch that originates from the Balkhash in Central Asia and is still relatively unknown. This species is native to Lake Balkhash in Kazakhstan as well as to other adjoining freshwater bodies and it has accordingly entered brackish freshwater lakes.
The Balkhash perch is somewhat smaller than the European perch, and the fish has a greenish color with dark streaks that form vertical lines. It is not as preferred as yellow or the European perch for sports fishing but is quite essential in the ecosystem of it and is of large importance in the fishery industry of the area.
4. White Perch (Morone Americana)
It has been classified under perch due to resemblance in shape and mannerisms here they are. The white perch is native to the east of the United States and is a small silvery fish that habitat among estuarine and coastal areas but can also be found in freshwater lakes and rivers.
Species of white perch are found in different water habitats; from apertures of brackish water regions such as estuaries to the freshwater regions such as rivers. White perch the fight is generally good and they strike with delight on worms, small fish, and artificial lures among other baits.
5. Golden Perch (Macquaria Ambigua)
One of the most important pictorial fish that originated from Australia is the golden perch which is also referred to as yellowbelly due to its color physique as well as its strength. From its name, this species is yellow or golden yellow on its under part with the rest of the body being olive green or brown. This particular species of fish is known to grow big and individuals of this stock may grow to weigh up to 20 kilograms or 44 pounds and as such offers sport fishing to fishermen.
Golden perch also go for smaller fish, insects, and crustaceans proving that they rush to feed during instances when food is available. They mostly inhabit the slow-flowing rivers and streams of the rivers and lakes and are famous for their fast getaway when caught, which the anglers feature.
6. Nile Perch (Lates Niloticus)
The Nile perch is among the biggest freshwater fish, which may grow up to 6 feet in length and weigh up to 200 kilograms, 440 pounds. However, this fish can grow to such a large size that it defies its name, The Nile perch is not a perch but is a latid fish. Nevertheless, it has similarities with perch in that it is an aggressive feeder and prefers warm fresh water.
Nile perch is mainly found in African waters that include the river Nile and Victoria basin; this is a ferocious fish that mainly feeds on other types of fish, shrimps, and occasionally birds. Nile perch being a large and muscular fish is recognized as a game fish in Africa and has equally transformed into a valuable commercial fish.
7. Sea Perch (Sebastes Spp)
Sea perch also known as rockfish are fish species that are found in the Pacific Ocean. They are not considered true perch because of this although their morphology and behavior mimic the true perches. Sea perches prefer a habitat in the deep sea and are normally associated with rocky bottom features such as reefs and structures.
There are many types of fish which range in color and size, one of the commonly known being the black rockfish which besides being numerous are considered good by the sport fishermen because of the delicious taste. sea perch is identified for its flaky texture of white meat which is usually grilled, baked, or fried.
8. Australian Macquarie Perch (Macquaria Australasica)
The Macquarie perch is an endangered species of fish that can be found in the southeastern part of Australia. This fish is characterized by dark brown or black coloration and a round shape of the organism it is found in clear, cool rivers and streams. It is a sedentary species that reproduces at a moderate rate and is frequently the object of conservation measures because the habitats in which the species lives are shrinking, and increased competition with invasive species.
Although, not as popular among fishers, the Macquarie perch is of value for maintaining the balance of ecosystems in their natural environments. It has become a symbol of Australia’s freshwater bio-diversity due to the conservation and restoration of its natural habitats to enhance the populations of the species.
