White Perch
Morone americana
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–10 m
- Max size: 58 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small temperate bass of fresh, brackish and coastal waters, it favours quiet pools and slow stretches of medium to large rivers, usually over mud. Despite its perch like look it carries no venom glands, and it grows to around half a metre.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Moronidae › Morone
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 151177.
FAQ
- How deep does the White Perch live?
- The White Perch (Morone americana) is typically found at 0–10 m.
- Is the White Perch dangerous to divers?
- The White Perch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the White Perch get?
- The White Perch grows to about 58 cm.