sand perch
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of sand perch
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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But as the sun set along the causeway Thursday, more people were fishing for sand perch and croaker than had shown up to the support the former president.
From Washington Post
About 65 percent of the time, they uncovered barred sand perch — fish that lack swim bladders.
From New York Times
The dolphins may prefer sand perch because they have a higher fat content than fish with bladders.
From New York Times
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