Overview
White perch (Morone americana) are native to Atlantic coastal regions and invaded the Great Lakes through the Erie and Welland canals in 1950. Prolific competitors of native fish species, white perch are believed to have the potential to cause declines of Great Lakes walleye populations.
Photo Credit: Ohio Department of Natural Resources
General Resources Morone americana U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Includes map and facts about the white perch, including overview of when the species was introduced into the Great Lakes.
White Perch Ohio Department of Natural Resources (DNR) This page provides basic facts about fishing for perch, including typical size, fishing tips and harvest.
White perch (Morone americana) are native to Atlantic coastal regions and invaded the Great Lakes through the Erie and Welland canals in 1950. Prolific competitors of native fish species, white perch are believed to have the potential to cause declines of Great Lakes walleye populations.