Author: (Gmelin, 1789)
FBname: Volga pikeperch
Comments: Inhabits large, turbid rivers and lakes, and brackish coastal lakes and estuaries.  Most active at dusk and dawn.  Feeds on small fish and invertebrates.  Larvae and juveniles are pelagic and feed on zooplankton. Attains first sexual maturity at 3-4 years of age and 20-30 cm SL. Spawns in April-May.  May undertake short spawning migrations (Ref. 59043).