roach
| Scientific name | Rutilus rutilus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linnaeus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Leuciscidae |
| Genus | Rutilus |
Introduction
Rutilus rutilus, commonly known as roach, is a fresh water fish from the Europe.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size25 cm
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Maximum size45 cm
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Longevity14 year
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ShapeOval
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Average size25 cm
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Maximum size45 cm
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Longevity14 year
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ShapeOval
How to recognize the roach ?
The roach measures between 25 and 45 cm. This fish is unicolore with a predominantly argent body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietomnivorous
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Sociabilityliving in small groups
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territorialNo
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Way of livingdiurnal
The roach is a fish living in small groups naturally found at mid-depth and near the bottom. This species is omnivorous .
n general, this species does not care much about other animals crossing its path.
Reproduction
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature10 - 20 °C
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pH (acidity)7 - 7.5
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gh (hardness)10 - 20
Biotope presentation
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