Freshwater
Yellow Perch
Perca flavescens
- Peak season
- Fall and Winter (ice fishing)
- Length range
- 12–35 cm
- Weight range
- 0.05–1.5 kg
- Typical depth
- 1–15 m
Habitat
Clear lakes and reservoirs with sandy or gravelly bottoms. Schools near weed edges and drop-offs.
Behavior
Schooling predator that feeds on minnows, insect larvae, and crayfish. Excellent ice-fishing target.
Best techniques
- Small jigs tipped with minnow
- Drop-shot with worm
- Ice fishing with jigging spoons
- Spreader rigs
