White perch, otherwise known as perch or silver perch, are a species native to the freshwater regions of Maine. Originally, white perch tended to be found primarily in coastal ponds, streams and estuaries, though over the past century have been gradually introduced into rivers and lakes further inland. Their presence is now not uncommon, with thriving populations present throughout many of Maines many freshwater systems.
White perch are one of Maines premier game fish, favoured for their relative abundance and ease of angling. As a result, white perch are often recommended as a starting point for young anglers and beginners alike, who can land great catches with little or no previous experience.
The white perch is easily identifiable by its spiny fin and large scales. The back and upper side of the fish are typically dark-grey in colour, whilst its lower sides and belly exhibit silver and white colouring respectively. On average, a healthy six year old perch will be around a foot in length, though due to overpopulation in artificially stocked lakes, many perch experience stunted growth, and as a result the lengths of these fish vary greatly depending on their...