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posted on: July 8, 2015

White Perch with Yellow Perch Markings?

Type: Tidal
Region: Southern
Location: Severn River

I caught this perch in the Severn River, close to Arden. Thought I had a white perch until I was filleting it and realized the yellow perch markings. This was a first for me. Caught on 6/28/2015. Any feed back would be appreciated.

DNR Response: It is definitely a white perch. Often, discolorations occur post-mortem, especially if they are iced down. Similarly, exposure to air may cause the discoloration.