White perch
A species of Striped bass, Also known as Wreckfish Scientific name : Morone americana Genus : Striped bass
White perch, A species of Striped bass
Also known as:
Wreckfish
Botanical name: Morone americana
Genus: Striped bass
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The white perch (Morone americana) is technically a species of bass. It is most common in coastal ocean waters, but can also be spotted further up rivers and in the Great Lakes. In some fisheries, it is considered a pest species, while along the east coast of North America this is a popular game fish that is also netted commercially.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Fish Order
Perch-like fish Family
Temperate basses Genus
Striped bass Species
White perch