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Pelagics & Minor Finfish -
Pacific Region
Perch Fishery
The perch fishery targets three species, pile
perch, shiner perch, and surf perch (Embiotocidae). The
fishery takes place near-shore and is conducted by drag
seine or hook and line. Drag seine or hook and line is used
to harvest perch and a category "Z-L" licence is required
to harvest it. Fishers should note that consideration is being
given to restricting seine gear to a maximum length of 90 m
and a minimum mesh size of 19 mm in 2000.
Landings are generally small and intermittent.
The majority of landings are made live and the fish are sold
fresh in markets in the Lower Mainland. Small quantities of
perch are sold for bait. The fishery is generally used as a
fill-in during downtimes in other major fisheries. |
