Species · Coarse · Perca fluviatilis
Perch
Striking predator with bold stripes.
Where and when
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Habitat | All freshwater |
| Best time | All day |
| Category | Predator |
Baits and tactics
- Tactics: Lures, Live bait, Drop shot
- Baits and flies: Worms, Small fish, Lures
Tackle that suits
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Hooks | 12-16. Medium wire. Wide gape for worm, circle for livebaiting |
| Mainline | 0.16-0.20mm. 4-6lb. Mono for float, braid for lure/drop shot |
| Hooklength | 0.12-0.16mm. 6-8". Fluorocarbon - near invisible in clear water |
| Shotting | Bulk shot to get bait down fast. Single dropper 6" from hook. |
| Field notes | Perch love a moving bait - twitch worms off the bottom; Lobworm tail is the number one big perch bait; Drop shot rig is deadly - 2-3" soft plastic on size 4 hook; Elastic: 6-8 solid, perch have soft mouths; Fish near structure: snags, overhanging trees, rush beds |
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