Perch

Perch are a freshwater fish.

In general, they are considered a good fish for eating.

They can grow up to 5 pounds (2.3 kg) or more, and have rough scales.

There are several species.

• European and Asian is Perca fluviatilis. Has been introduced into Australia and New Zealand
• Central Asian is Perca schrenkii
• Yellow perch is Perca flavescens. Found in North America
• Golden perch (Macquaria ambigua) is native to Australia.
• Silver perch (Bidyanus bidyanus) is native to Australia.
• Spangled Perch (Leiopotherapon unicolor) is native to Australia.

White Perch is Morone americana. Found in North America, it is not strictly a perch, as it is not a member of the class of Perciformes Perch are usually floured and pan-fried.

Also called:

Silver Perch

Anchovy, Fish, Pink Fish, Poutine, White Fish