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The Logperch

Logperch is a relatively large darter found in a wide range of freshwater habitats. Gravel and sand in rivers are common settings, but lakes and smaller streams are also used.

Logperch fishing guide

Broad Distribution

The range spans major northern and interior North American drainages, including the Great Lakes and Mississippi basin. Several other logperch species have narrower ranges. Retain Percina caprodes with the record rather than treating every fish called logperch as the same species.

Bottom Foods

Adults take midge, mayfly, caddisfly, riffle-beetle and stonefly larvae, along with limpets and fish eggs. Gravel and sand provide common feeding habitat. The varied diet should not be reduced to one insect group when other prey are documented.

Reproduction and Size

Spawning occurs in flowing water over sand or fine roots associated with sand, and eggs become buried in the substrate. The compiled maximum is eighteen centimeters total length. A common reference of 12.5 centimeters is a different measure of expected size, not another maximum.

Preserve the Species Name

Logperch names recur across several Percina species. Scientific identity keeps spawning and size records attached to the intended fish.

All Lakes With Logperch

Browse lakes and reservoirs with documented Logperch records, listed alphabetically. Records do not establish current abundance or public access. Check the evidence and managing authority for the water you choose.

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