Species guide
How to catch Pond perch
Diplectrum radiale
brackishsaltwaterSerranidae
The pond perch is a small coastal fish known for living in both saltwater and brackish environments. It prefers soft bottom habitats and often follows sea stars to feed on disturbed prey. This species grows up to about 26 cm in length.
Where they live
Found in shallow coastal and estuarine waters over soft bottoms across the Atlantic and Caribbean regions in brackish and saltwater environments.
Typical size
Up to about 26 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crustaceans
Best baits
- small fish pieces
- shrimp
- crustacean baits
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- jigs
- small spoons
How to fish for them
- light spinning tackle
- bottom fishing
- casting near soft bottoms
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