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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
Excellent all-round bait, especially for larger fish.
- Shrimp
Effective in both freshwater and brackish areas.
- Worms (Earthworms/Nightcrawlers)
Easy to obtain, a reliable option.
- Crickets
Works well when fished near the surface.
Artificial Lures
- Rapala Shad Rap SR05CrankbaitBuy
Great for trolling or casting near structure.
- Spinnerbait - Bassman Mumbler 1/2ozSpinnerbaitBuy
Good for covering water quickly.
- ECOGEAR ZX40Vibration lureBuy
Effective jigged near snags or deep water.
- ZMan Slim SwimZ 4 inchSoft PlasticBuy
Great on a jighead or weedless hook.
- AC Invader 70mmSurface LureBuy
Walk-the-dog action is very effective on surface
Techniques
Golden perch often hold near structure such as fallen trees or rock bars, so focus your fishing efforts in these areas, and consider using lures that deflect off the structure to entice strikes.
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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 (Earthworms/Nightcrawlers), Crickets, Rapala Shad Rap SR05. Tip: Golden perch often hold near structure such as fallen trees or rock bars, so focus your fishing efforts in these areas, and consider using lures that deflect off the structure to entice strikes.
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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