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Fish Species - Details
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WHITE PERCH
(Morone americana)
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Other Common Names
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Silver perch
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Identifying Characteristics
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Body is olive to blackish green on back, grading to silvery green on the sides.
Superficially resembles white bass, but usually has no stripes and is darker in color.
Has a compressed body and small head.
Dorsal fin is deeply notched.
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Habits and Habitat
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Prefers large, deep streams, rivers, and medium- to large-size lakes with clear, quiet waters.
Usually found in deep water in daytime and in the shallows at twilight.
Often feeds in dense schools in shallow water right at the surface.
Feeds on insects and small fish.
Spawns in streams from May to August.
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Tackle and Techniques
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Use light to ultra-light tackle and 4- to 6-pound-test line.
Live minnows or worms are the preferred baits.
Imitation minnow lures and small jigs dressed with Mr. Twister tails produce well, as do small
spinners.
The best time to catch white bass is in the spring when they are feeding in schools, often just
off shore.
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Current State Record
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3 pounds, 1 ounce; caught by Joseph Tansey on Lake Oscaletta on September 21 1991.
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