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Roach

Rutilus rutilus · Fresh

Common silvery fish with red eyes and fins, found in almost all European fresh waters.

Roach (Rutilus rutilus)

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Facts

Best months

Jun–Nov. Northern hemisphere; shift by six months south of the equator.

FeedsAny time of day
Water temp10–22 °C
Typical size15–22 cm · record about 45 cm
DietInsects, plants, worms
RegionsEuropeAsia

How conditions affect it

Moon

Not very moon-driven.

Tide

Tide matters little for this species.

Pressure

Sensitive to pressure: fish a steady or slowly falling barometer.

Catching tip. Light float tackle with maggots or bread; the staple of match angling.

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