California Roach
Hesperoleucus symmetricus
- 1lakes
- 9logged catches
- 82 kg heaviest logged
California Roach (Hesperoleucus Symmetricus) is a small fish related to the Carp family that is native to western North America and particularly abundant throughout California. These fish can adapt to varying habitats and are predominantly found in small warm streams as well as larger colder streams. California Roach can be identified by a dark-gray chunky body with a big head and a small downward turned mouth. When it comes to size, these small fish rarely exceed 11 cm (4 inches) in length with a maximum weight of about 100 g (3.5 oz). Mainly a bottom feeder, California Roach feed mostly on algae, aquatic insects and crustaceans.
What actually catches it ranked by real logged catches
Baits
Semolina Balls 
Bloodworms 
Dough balls Best setups by lake 1 lakes with data
San Joaquin Delta — 9 catches , best 82 kg
- Bloodworms Hook #6 Float 75 m 2×
- Dough balls Hook #8 Float 70 m 1×
- Semolina Balls Hook #6 Feeder bottom 1×
- Semolina Balls Hook #6 Float 150 m 1×
How to catch
How to catch a common California Roach?
When it comes to float, feeder, or bottom fishing, the best way to catch California Roach would be to use Semolina Balls on a size #6 hook.
Where to find it
Also listed as effective documented, but not seen in the catch log
Red Worms 
Flies 
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