Common roach
Rutilus rutilus
Identification image; not photographed at Lake Svitiaz.
Photo «Rutilus rutilus 2022 G1.jpg» — George ChernilevskyCC BY 4.0cropped
Distribution
Documented lakes
17 lakes in the guide
Characteristics
Species facts
One of the two main components of the historical commercial catch of Lake Svitiaz: between 2010 and 2018 roach accounted for 42.9%. It is an adaptable shoaling omnivore that links plankton, bottom invertebrates and predatory fish.
- 1.8 kg
- Maximum weight
- 50.2 cm
- Maximum length
- 14 years
- Lifespan
Origin in Lake Svitiaz: native species. IUCN: LC.