Roach
Freshwater
Photo by Dariusz Zarzycki
Irish Name:
Ruán
Ruán
Scientific Name:
Rutilus rutilus
Rutilus rutilus
Description
Silvery fish with red fins, very common in Irish waters. Forms large shoals in lakes, rivers, and canals. Popular target for match anglers.
Identification
Silver body with red/orange pelvic and anal fins. Red iris. Dorsal fin starts above pelvic fins.
Where to Find Roach
Species Information
- Category Coarse
- Habitat Freshwater
- Average Weight 0.30 kg
Specimen Threshold
Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:
Weight
1.134 kg
(2.50 lbs)
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