Shiner Perch
Cymatogaster aggregata
Also known as: Shiner; Yellow Shiner; Seven-Eleven Perch
Size & Weight
Average Length
4.8"
Max Length
8.0"
Average Weight
0.5 lbs
Max Weight
0.5 lbs
Lifespan
8 years
Habitat
Depth Range
0 - 480 ft
Water Temp
50-65°F
Bays; estuaries; eelgrass beds; around docks and pilings; rarely surf zone
Behavior
Spawning Season
Summer mating; birth spring
Migration: Move into shallow water spring-summer; deeper water winter
Diet: Small crustaceans; worms; algae; detritus
Fishing Tips
PNW Season
Year-round
Techniques: Pier fishing; bay fishing; light tackle
Best Bait: Small pieces of worm; tiny baits
Eating Quality
Edibility
Poor
Small; bony; often used as bait
Fun Facts
Named for yellow bars resembling 7-11; mature at birth; common bait stealer
How to Identify
Small silvery perch; found in bays; give live birth; abundant in some areas
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Official Resources
Sources: WDFW; ODFW; CDFW
Change History (Last updated Feb 02, 2026 at 10:33 AM)
| Date | Change | Old Value | New Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Avg Length | — | 4.8 |