Perch

Perch

Perch (/pɜːrtʃ/; from Old French perche, and Latin perca) is a common name for fish of the genus Perca, freshwater gamefish belonging to the family Percidae. The perch, of which three species occur in different geographical areas, lend their name to a large order of vertebrates: the Perciformes, from the Greek perke, meaning spotted, and the Latin forma, meaning shape.

Species

The species of perch include:

• European perch (Perca fluviatilis)
• Balkhash perch (Perca schrenkii)
• Yellow perch (Perca flavescens)

Anatomy

Perch have a body shape that is typical of most predatory fish, including a sharp, pointed head, a large mouth equipped with sharp teeth, and a sleek, streamlined body.

Diet

Perch are carnivorous fish most commonly found in small ponds, lakes, streams, or rivers. These fish feed on smaller fish, shellfish, or insect larvae.

Reproduction

Perch typically spawn in the spring when the water temperature is around 50 degrees. Females can lay up to 10,000 eggs.

Related Terms

• Perciformes
• Percidae
• Fish
• Freshwater fish
• Predatory fish
• Carnivorous fish
• Spawn

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Perch
• Wikipedia's article - Perch

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