American Silver Perch (Bairdiella chrysoura)

American silver perch (Bairdiella chrysoura) are a small species of a drum that can be found in coastal waters from New York south to Mexico. This species frequents shallow waters and is commonly caught by inshore anglers although rarely targeted on purpose.

I have found silver perch to be very enjoyable and attractive aquarium inhabitants although they can be a bit sensitive. 

Currently available animals are field-collected.

Care Level: Intermediate. 

Salinity (SG): 1.011-full marine. 

Diet: Primarily carnivorous, feeding on various aquatic invertebrates and small fish. Does very well on frozen and freeze-dried foods in aquarium. 

Adult Size: Up to 12” although rarely exceeds 7”-8”. 

pH: 7.4-8.5

Water Temp: 65-80F

Other Care Preferences: 

NEVER release your fish into the wild or stock public waterways without permission from a government agency!

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