Roach (Rutilus rutilus)

Also known as Caspian Roach, Common Roach, Siberian Roach

Description

Also known as Caspian Roach, Common Roach, Siberian Roach.

Found in lowland areas, over nutrient rich lakes, rivers, and their backwaters, as well as brackish, coastal lagoons.
They feed on detritus, benthic invertebrates, plants, and zooplankton.
Length - 50cm
Depth - 15-?m
Widespread Europe

Cyprinids are stomachless fish with toothless jaws. Ref: http://fishbase.org/summary/272

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