Amur pike
📖 Overview
Amur pike (Esox reichertii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Esocidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 115 cm. With a trophic level of 4.5, it is an apex predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food, valued as a sport fish.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Amur pike is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; non-migratory . Temperate; 55°N - 43°N
🌿 Ecology
fish of no commercial or angling importance (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🎣 Angling Guide
- heavy 8-9ft musky rod
- 80 lb braid
- wire or heavy fluorocarbon leader
- weed edges
- sunken timber
- rocky points
- cabbage beds
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Trophy release recommended. Minimum size limits typically 30-40 inches.
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Esox Reichertii is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Amur pike is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Amur pike has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
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