Walleye & Perch
Sauger
Sander canadensis
FreshwaterPercidaeLeast Concern
About
The sauger is a freshwater fish characterized by its elongated body and slightly flattened head. They are often found in rivers, reservoirs, and large lakes, typically inhabiting areas with moderate to swift currents and rocky or sandy bottoms.
- Average size
- 10-20 inches, 1-4 lbs
- Colors
- Gray to brown back and sides with dark blotches or saddles; white belly; dusky or amber-colored fins with dark spots on the dorsal fin
- Diet
- Primarily smaller fish, insects, and crustaceans
- Region
- Primarily found in the Mississippi River basin, Great Lakes, and parts of Canada
