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Caspian Roach

Caspian Roach

Rutilus caspicus

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Caspian Roach (Rutilus caspicus) is a species of ray-finned fish of the Carp family, that is native to the northern and western reaches of the Caspian Sea, particularly in the Volga River. This fish usually inhabits fresh and brackish coastal waters, preferring to stay in the shallower areas. Silvery-gray in color, these fish are similar in appearance to Common Roach, and usually grow to a mass of 0.5 -1 kg, with unique specimen of up to 1.6 kg. The diet of fully grown Caspian Roach mostly consist of algae, crustaceans and worms.

How to catch

How to catch a unique Caspian Roach?

When it comes to float, feeder, or bottom fishing, the best way to catch Caspian Roach would be to use Bread on a size #4 hook.

Where to find it

No lakes recorded for this species.

Also listed as effective documented, but not seen in the catch log

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