Species guide
How to catch Schraetzer
Gymnocephalus schraetser
freshwatergame fishPercidae
The Schraetzer is a freshwater perch family fish found mainly in deeper parts of the Danube River. It has a striped appearance and preys on small aquatic animals and fish eggs. This fish reaches up to 30 cm in length and is known as a game fish for anglers in Europe.
Where they live
Inhabits deeper sandy and gravel areas of the Danube River in Europe. Prefers freshwater environments with abundant macrofauna.
Typical size
Up to about 30 cm
What they eat
- worms
- amphipods
- insect larvae
- fish eggs
Best baits
- worms
- insect larvae
- small baitfish
Best lures
- small jigs
- soft plastics
- spinners
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- light lure spinning
- bait fishing
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