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Golden perch
Macquaria ambigua
Overview
The golden perch is a medium-sized, yellow or gold-coloured species of Australian freshwater fish found primarily in the Murray-Darling River system. A subspecies is found in the Lake Eyre-Cooper Creek system, and another subspecies, suspected to be ancestral to all other populations, is found in the Fitzroy River system in Queensland. Other common names for golden perch are "goldens", "yellowbelly" and "callop", the last generally used only in South Australia.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Yabbies
- Shrimp
- Worms
- Crickets
Artificial Lures
- Spinnerbaits
- Lipless Crankbaits
- Soft Plastic Grubs
- Deep Diving Hard Body Lures
- Jigs
Where to Find Golden perch
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Golden perch?+
Popular baits for Golden perch include Yabbies, Shrimp, Worms, Crickets, Spinnerbaits.
Where can I catch Golden perch?+
Golden perch can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Victoria, Australia; New South Wales, Australia; Queensland, Australia. WikiCatch lists 299 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Golden perch get?+
Golden perch (Macquaria ambigua) can reach up to 75.99999904632568 cm in length and 24 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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