Pickerel Profile

Pickerel, a freshwater fish primarily found in North America, exhibits a slender, streamlined body with a dark green to olive coloration, accented by a pattern of lighter bars or spots along its sides. This fish is recognized by its elongated snout and sharp teeth, adapted for its predatory lifestyle. While not as famous as some other sport fishes, like bass or pike, pickerel enjoys a modest following among anglers for its feisty nature and the challenge it presents. It's less prominent in the aquarium hobby, primarily due to its larger size and predatory habits which make it less suitable for the standard home aquarium setup.