Quiz: Can You Tell a Pike From a Perch — Even From a Fragment?

An entertainment website has published a new quiz inviting readers to test how well they can tell apart two of the most familiar fish species found in Latvian waters: pike and perch. The quiz features 15 images of different fish, and participants must decide for each one whether it shows a pike or a perch.

Both fish are described as visually striking and distinctive. According to the quiz's creators, an experienced angler or someone knowledgeable about fish typically has little trouble telling them apart, even when only a small fragment of the fish — such as a fin, tail, or skin pattern — is visible in the picture. Still, the quiz is designed to test whether this same level of recognition holds true for a wider audience without close ties to fishing or fish identification.

Common catches in Latvian waters

Pike and perch are among the most frequently caught fish in Latvia's lakes, rivers and other bodies of water, and both species regularly appear in local anglers' catches and photographs. Their wide distribution and recognizable appearance are cited as the reasons these two fish were chosen for this kind of knowledge test.

The quiz is aimed at anyone who wants to check their knowledge of nature in a lighthearted way or simply pass some free time online. Participants are asked to review each of the 15 images and determine which fish is shown.