{"product_id":"flussbarsch-egli-ca-10-12cm-kopie","title":"Perch (Egli) approx. 10-12cm","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlease note that we do not ship fish by mail. All fish must be collected from us in Oberweningen. We will pack the fish professionally for you and ensure adequate oxygenation. This means that even longer transports can be handled without problems. Our staff will also be happy to inform you about transportation and the correct placement of the fish in your pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin and Appearance\u003cbr\u003e\nThe European perch, also simply called perch or Egli in Switzerland, can be found throughout Europe in various bodies of water. It is the most common species of perch and has the widest distribution of its genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical features of the perch are its divided dorsal fin, as well as the reddish coloration of the pelvic and pectoral fins. Both the dorsal fins and the anal fin have spiny spines. The opercula taper to a point at the back and have a thorn. The perch is colored grey-yellow-brown-greenish and has 6 - 8 vertical, black stripes. It has a large, slightly superior mouth set with small, sharp teeth, which indicates that it is predatory and feeds on small fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn average, perches grow to 20 - 40 cm and weigh 50 - 350 g, depending on the food supply in the respective region. However, there are exceptional specimens that can reach 60 cm and weigh up to 5 kg. Perch grow rather slowly; on average, they are only 25 cm long at 8 years old. Under good conditions, they can live for up to 20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe larvae of the European perch initially feed on plankton, later becoming predators and feeding on small fish (primarily cyprinids); some are also cannibalistic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe European perch is very adaptable, which is why it can be found almost everywhere in Europe. Whether in large lakes, rivers, streams, or sometimes even in brackish water. However, it avoids heavily silted areas or very shallow waters. Young perch stay in schools and rather in the shore zones of the waters, older specimens prefer deeper water areas and usually live as solitary individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping and Feeding\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you want to keep perch in your garden pond, there are a few things to consider. It is very important to stock fish from breeding. If you put animals from the lake or river into your pond, there is a high risk of introducing diseases. In addition, wild animals are less stable; the chance of them surviving in captivity is rather low. Animals from breeding are more robust, and they are also accustomed to feeding with pellets. Wild animals do not accept pellets and would therefore starve in the garden pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen feeding Egli, it is important to choose a sinking food with a high fat content, preferably sturgeon food. It is important here not to put too much food into the pond at once, as Egli only consume food during the sinking phase (predatory reflex). So take your time when feeding and only put a few pellets into the pond at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerch are usually sexually mature at 2 years old. Spawning season is between March and June. The female lays the eggs in the form of spawn strands on aquatic plants or branches, where they are fertilized by the males. The hatched larvae then first go to the water surface to fill their swim bladder. Young perch live in schools with several animals, older fish are usually solitary and territorial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood water values are a prerequisite for keeping perch, so a filter system and oxygenation are essential for the well-being of the animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater temperatures and wintering\u003cbr\u003e\nPerch are native cold-water fish and can cope with a wide variety of conditions. They can tolerate temperatures between 4 - 28 °C well. Therefore, wintering in our domestic garden ponds is not a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily\tTrue Perches\u003cbr\u003e\nScientific name\tPerca fluviatilis\u003cbr\u003e\nOccurrence\tWidespread throughout Europe\u003cbr\u003e\nSize\tOn average 20 - 40 cm, individual specimens up to 60 cm are possible\u003cbr\u003e\nWater temperature\t4 - 28° C\u003cbr\u003e\nNature\tPredatory. As juveniles in schools, older animals solitary\u003cbr\u003e\nFood\tLive food, small fish and similar, also pellets in the pond\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mein Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56278322184536,"sku":null,"price":11.5,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/1197\/1160\/files\/EGLI_391e7593-2902-4761-a1a0-37d29834d95a.jpg?v=1764084940","url":"https:\/\/shop.teichprofi.ch\/en\/products\/flussbarsch-egli-ca-10-12cm-kopie","provider":"Teichprofi Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}