A perch resurgence in the Upper Midwest: What’s fueled the comeback?

If you spend any amount of time talking with anglers in the Midwest, the topic of perch likely will come up. They’re one of the main forage species for a number of game fish, including bass, walleyes, pike, and muskies. Plus, they’re a fan favorite of many anglers.
Anglers who lived through the 1980s, ’90s, and early 2000s can remember the premier bites that existed on many Minnesota lakes, such as Winnibigoshish, Leech, and Mille Lacs. But for nearly the past two decades, finding quality perch on many lakes hasn’t been a viable option. That is, until now.

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