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Perch

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Yellow perch
Photo:Robert Colletta, Public domain

Yellow perch

Perca flavescens

Typical size:15–30 cm, 0.1–0.5 kg

Looks like: Walleye is larger, with glassy eyes and no bars.

OK to keep

  • Provincial rules; usually a generous daily limit
  • Fish under 18 cm have little meat

Best months

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

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