Schooling behavior ensures high catch rates for anglers
Active year-round, providing consistent fishing opportunities
Easily fed with floating pellets to support growth and pond health
Versatile for ice fishing and various fishing techniques
Supports predator populations in ponds and lakes
Summarized by Shop
YELLOW PERCH(Perca flavescens) are an excellent way to add variety to your fishery. Though commonly found in large lakes, they thrive in small ponds throughout the Midwest and can be fished for year-round. Juvenile yellow perch commonly school together seeking food and safety. This schooling behavior means you’ll often catch several fish
Species
Yellow Perch (Perca flavescens)
Delivery Season
Fall 2026
Recommended Stocking Rate
300 fish per acre
Habitat
Clear freshwater lakes, rivers, and ponds with sandy or muddy bottoms and submerged vegetation
