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The Walleye, also known as a Pickerel, is a member of the Perch family. It inhabits large rivers and lakes, preferring low-lighted areas. They grow up to lengths of 25 to 85 cm and range from 1 to 11 kg in weight. The Walleye can be recognized by its large canine teeth and two dorsal fins. The first fin has a dark spot at the bottom. Its body colours are dark green on its back, with golden to yellow sides and a white belly. The Walleye’s diet consists of Yellow Perch, larvae, adult mayflies, minnows and the young of other fish. Spawning takes place in the Spring or early Summer in a stream or shallow water. Females release their eggs near males, whose milt fertilizes the eggs. Since there is no nest, the eggs spread along the bottom gravel and rocks, with no parental protection. The Walleye is a favorite food of Northern Pike, Muskellunge and fishermen, whom use overcast days to catch this fish.
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