white perch

The white perch (Morone americana) is a silvery, anadromous bass found primarily in the coastal waters and streams of the eastern United States. It is sometimes confused with other fish, such as the freshwater drum or white crappie.1

While the white perch is related to sea bass, other fish commonly called "perch" belong to the family Percidae, like the common and yellow perch found in Eurasia and North America, respectively. These Percidae perches are known for food and sport, possessing two dorsal fins and inhabiting freshwater environments. The white perch, however, is distinct from these species.2