Common Dace

Common Dace (Leuciscus leuciscus) is a medium-sized omnivorous schooling diurnal fish. It can weigh more than 2 lbs (one kilogram) and reach about 40 centimeters in length. It lives in small rivers with clear water and moderate flow and is sometimes found in lakes or in brackish water at estuaries. Its juveniles often hide in holes and roots in coastal vegetation, and as they mature, they move to areas with faster currents. The Dace feeds mainly near the water surface. Its diet consists of small invertebrates, insects, and aquatic vegetation. It may prey on the fry of other fish and enjoys many types of cereals. If you’re hunting for the Dace with a spinning rod, using twitch retrieve will help you a lot.