Species guide
How to catch Volga pikeperch
Sander volgensis
freshwaterbrackishgame fishPercidae
The Volga pikeperch is a predatory freshwater and brackish water fish found predominantly in European rivers. It has a fusiform body shape and can grow up to 40 cm in length. This species primarily hunts smaller fish and crustaceans near river beds and estuaries.
Where they live
Found in European rivers and brackish estuaries, the Volga pikeperch inhabits freshwater and brackish environments. It prefers areas where it can hunt smaller fish and crustaceans.
Typical size
Up to about 40 cm
What they eat
- small perch
- ruffe
- crustaceans
- fry
Best baits
- small fish strips
- live baitfish
- crustacean imitations
Best lures
- soft plastic shads
- jig heads
- small crankbaits
- spinnerbaits
How to fish for them
- casting lures near riverbeds
- jigging in estuary waters
- live bait fishing
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