Yellow Perch

Perch are regionally known as Striped or Jack Perch. Their excellent eating quality makes them a highly sought after species. Perch readily spawn in lakes and ponds when the water temperature reaches 45 to 50 degrees F in several feet of water by depositing a gelatinous mass over weeds or brush. Perch will feed on minnows, insects, crayfish and snails. Traveling in schools, perch tend to stay in deeper water in daylight moving toward the shallows at night. Perch will reach 8 inches by their second year and will live 5-7 years in northern states. Perch have been known to reach 3 pounds but are more commonly caught at half a pound or less. Fishing for Perch can be done at all times of the year and ice fishing for them is very popular.

NOTE ON SHIPPING FISH: If you would like us to ship your fish directly to you, you must be within the following states: Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, or West Virginia. Fish will only ship during the available season. Shipping is calculated at checkout and only offered via UPS overnight.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many yellow perch should I stock per acre?

We recommend up to 300 yellow perch per acre. Our fish are 3-5 inches and typically reach 8 inches by their second year.

When are yellow perch available?

Yellow perch are a fall species for us - available in November. They thrive year-round once established and are a favorite target for ice fishing.

What do yellow perch eat and how do they behave?

Perch feed on minnows, insects, crayfish, and snails. They travel in schools, holding in deeper water by day and moving shallow at night, and they spawn readily in ponds once water reaches 45-50 degrees F.

How do I get my fish from Mid-Atlantic Stocking?

Three ways: free pickup at a scheduled delivery-route stop (routes run roughly monthly, April-October), UPS Next Day Air shipping every Wednesday (order by Tuesday 5 PM) to CT, DE, MD, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, VA & WV, or direct-to-pond delivery by quote. Fish are packaged with water and pure oxygen.

What if some fish do not survive the trip?

All our fish are certified disease-free, and we replace any mortality over 5% - in transit, or within 48 hours of introduction when the acclimation directions are followed. Document losses with photos and file a Mortality Report on our website.