LIVETARGET Yellow Perch Floating Jerkbait

LIVETARGET Yellow Perch Floating Jerkbait

The LIVETARGET Yellow Perch Floating Jerkbait is designed to imitate one of the most important freshwater forage species found across Canada and the northern United States. Its realistic body profile, detailed perch pattern and medium-diving action make it a practical choice for bass, walleye and northern pike.

Available in 2-7/8 in and 3-5/8 in sizes, the Yellow Perch can be matched to different forage sizes and fishing conditions. Each size is offered in Metallic and Matte finishes, allowing anglers to select a brighter reflective presentation or a more subdued natural appearance.

An internal weight-transfer system improves casting distance and also creates a low-frequency rattle during the retrieve. The lure can be cast or trolled around weed edges, rock, points, flats and other areas where predators feed on juvenile perch.

LIVETARGET Yellow Perch Specifications

Realistic Yellow Perch Profile

Yellow perch are a common forage species in lakes, reservoirs and rivers across Canada. The LIVETARGET Yellow Perch reproduces the deep-bodied silhouette, vertical bars and natural proportions of a juvenile perch.

The larger 3-5/8 in model provides a more visible profile for targeting bigger predators or matching mature forage, while the compact 2-7/8 in model is useful when fish are feeding on smaller perch.

Metallic and Matte Finishes

Metallic Finish

The Metallic finish reflects more light during the retrieve and is a strong option for moderately stained water, overcast conditions or situations where additional visibility is useful.

Matte Finish

The Matte finish offers a softer, less reflective appearance. It is well suited to clear water, bright conditions and heavily pressured fish that may respond better to a more natural presentation.

Internal Weight-Transfer System

The internal weight shifts toward the rear during the cast to improve stability and casting distance. During the retrieve, the system helps balance the lure and produces a low-frequency rattle that adds sound and vibration.

This combination allows the lure to cover water efficiently without relying on an excessively loud presentation.

How to Fish the LIVETARGET Yellow Perch

Steady Retrieve

Use a slow-to-moderate retrieve to produce a natural swimming action through the lure’s running depth. This works well along weed edges, shallow rock, points and flats.

Twitch-and-Pause Retrieve

Work the lure with one or two short twitches followed by a pause. Because the lure is floating, it will begin rising during the pause, helping it clear grass, rock and other shallow cover.

Trolling Presentation

The Yellow Perch can also be trolled to cover larger areas. Adjust line length and boat speed to control the running depth and action.

Choosing the Right Size

• 2-7/8 in: Best for smaller forage, pressured fish, compact presentations and shallower structure.
• 3-5/8 in: Best for larger forage, bigger predators, stronger visibility and open-water trolling or casting.

Best Fishing Conditions

The LIVETARGET Yellow Perch is especially effective in waters where perch are a major forage species. Productive areas include weed lines, rocky shorelines, points, bays, flats and transitions between shallow and deeper water.

The floating body is useful around cover because the lure rises when the retrieve is stopped. The medium-diving action also makes it suitable for both casting and trolling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Browse more LIVETARGET fishing lures available at Little Nook.