Rudd
Scardinius erythrophthalmus
The rudd is a European cyprinid fish with a golden-bronze coloration and distinctive red fins. It resembles a roach but has a more compressed body and an upturned mouth.
Rudd at a glance
- Scientific name
- Scardinius erythrophthalmus
- Typical size
- 8-16 inches, 1-3 lbs
- Water
- Freshwater
- Habitat
- Freshwater
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Common
Habitat
Rudd prefer slow-moving or still waters like lakes, ponds, and sluggish rivers with vegetation. They are primarily found in shallow areas near aquatic plants where they feed on insects, plants, and small invertebrates. In North America, they are considered an invasive species in some areas.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a rudd through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksRudd questions people ask
Rudd is Scardinius erythrophthalmus.
A typical rudd runs 8-16 inches, 1-3 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every rudd you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Rudd prefer slow-moving or still waters like lakes, ponds, and sluggish rivers with vegetation. They are primarily found in shallow areas near aquatic plants where they feed on insects, plants, and small invertebrates. In North America, they are considered an invasive species in some areas. It is a fresh water species, filed under freshwater in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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