Description
Zander is a popular European game species of fish that is closely related to Perch.
Zander is considered to be a hybrid of Pike and Perch, although it looks a lot more like a Pike due to its elongated body, with the spiny dorsal fin of a Perch.
They usually grow to an average weight of 4-9lb (2-4kg).
Similar to Perch, Zander are carnivorous, and feed mostly on other fish.
In the Call of the Wild: The Angler game, Zander can be found in the following reserves:
Summary
Habitats
Zander can be found in Lake Shore, Shallow Lake, Deep Lake, Upriver, Middle River, and River Mouth.
Bait & Lure Preferences
Minnow, Grub, Tube, Redworm, Hotdog, Leeches, Liver, Spoon, Crankbait, Swimbait, Worm, and Wafters - White can be used to lure and catch Zander in COTW the Angler.
Traits
The Zander has the following traits:
- Aggressive:
Goes directly for a strike without nibbling.
- Jumper:
Likes jumping out of the water.
- Night Owl:
More active at night.
Tips for catching Zander
Preferred Bait
The Zander preferes Minnow as bait. If you use Minnow you have the best chance of cathing a Zander.
Time of Day
The best time for catching a Zander is during Nighttime.
Ranks & Hook Sizes
| Rank | Hook Size |
|---|---|
| 👶Juvenile | 10, 9, 8, 7 and 6 |
| 🥉Bronze | 5 and 4 |
| 🥈Silver | 3 and 2 |
| 🥇Gold | 1 and 1/0 |
| 💎Diamond | 2/0 |