Freshwater food fish are a popular source of nutrition for many people around the world. Common examples of freshwater food fish include SALMON, PERCH, CARP, and mullet. SALMON is a large fish found in the northern Atlantic and Pacific oceans, as well as in rivers and streams. PERCH is a small, spiny-finned fish found in lakes and rivers throughout Europe and North America. CARP is a large, bottom-feeding fish found in lakes and rivers in Europe, Asia, and North America. Mullet is a medium-sized fish found in coastal waters and estuaries in the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific oceans. All of these fish are popular sources of food and can be prepared in a variety of ways.