- Scientific Name
- Perca fluviatilis
- Size
- Up to 60cm
- Weight
- Commonly 3kg, up to 10.4kg
General Description
Redfin (Perca fluviatilis), also known as English perch, are an introduced freshwater species. They are popular amongst anglers as they are a tasty fish for the table.
As the name suggests, Redfin can be identified by their bright red fins and tail. Their body is pale green-brown to grey in colour, with a paler underside and six dark bands along the sides. They are a deep-bodied fish, can grow up to 60 centimetres in length and weigh up to 10.4 kilograms. They most commonly caught up to around 3 kilograms.
Behaviour
While they can be caught in open water, especially near weed beds, they are generally found around underwater habitat such as rocky areas and submerged trees.
Where to Find
Fishers who want to target Redfin are in luck as they are widespread across Victoria. However, some of the hotspots include lakes such as Eildon, Hume, Purumbette, Eppalock and Rocklands Reservoir as well as the Loddon, Campaspe and Wimmera rivers
Fishing Rules
There are no bag or size limits for Redfin in Victoria. The Victorian Fisheries Authority encourage anglers not to return Redfin to the water as they prey on native fish species.
