European Perch

Perca fluviatilis

Family: Percidae Category: Carnivore Max size: 60 cm

Species information

Habitat: Lakes, rivers, ponds with vegetation
Distribution: Primarily freshwater, not in oceans
Food: Small fish, insects, crustaceans
Way of living: Schooling fish, diurnal
Behavior: Often found in schools, prefers clear waters, can be aggressive predators within their ecosystems.

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