European perch
Perca fluviatilis
Identification image; not photographed at Lake Svitiaz.
Photo «Perca fluviatilis 2008 G1.jpg» — George ChernilevskyPublic domaincropped
Distribution
Documented lakes
20 lakes in the guide
Characteristics
Species facts
One of the most abundant and conspicuous predators of Lake Svitiaz: juveniles keep to shoals near the shore, while large individuals switch to feeding on fish. In 2000 juvenile perch were sampled directly in Svitiaz for heavy-metal analysis.
- 4.8 kg
- Maximum weight
- 60 cm
- Maximum length
- 22 years
- Lifespan
Origin in Lake Svitiaz: native species. IUCN: LC.