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Zander

Sander lucioperca

Biological group : Fish

Family : Percidae

Class : Actinopterygii

Order : Perciformes

Environment : Freshwater_brackish

Biology and behaviour

Habitat

Zander inhabit large rivers, eutrophic and often turbid lakes, as well as some brackish coastal waters and estuaries.

Behaviour

They are mobile predators and may undertake spawning migrations. Individuals can show strong fidelity to particular areas and often forage effectively under low-light conditions.

Diet

Adults feed predominantly on fish, frequently targeting small schooling or open-water species.

Reproduction

Spawning generally occurs in spring as water temperatures rise. The male prepares and defends a nest on suitable substrate and guards and fans the eggs after spawning.

Regulations

No verified regulatory rule has yet been published for this species in FLB.

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