Common Roach
Rutilus rutilus
Common Roach in Fishing Planet. Find it in Dnipro River, Ghent-Terneuzen Canal (reworked), Lesni Vila Fishery (reworked) and other waterways. Bait options include Dough balls, Pearl Barley, Semolina Balls.
How to catch Common RoachBaits
Hooks and jigheads
Where to fish
Size by waterway
| Waterway | Fish class | Maximum weight |
|---|---|---|
| Dnipro River | Common, Trophy, Unique | 1.2 kg |
| Ghent-Terneuzen Canal | Common, Trophy, Unique | 1.2 kg |
| Ghent-Terneuzen Canal (reworked) | Common, Trophy, Unique | 1.2 kg |
| Lesni Vila Fishery | Common, Trophy | 0.6 kg |
| Lesni Vila Fishery (reworked) | Common, Trophy | 0.6 kg |
| Sander Baggersee Lake | Common, Trophy, Unique | 1 kg |
| Selegne River | Common, Trophy, Unique | 1 kg |
| Tiber River | Common, Trophy, Unique | 1 kg |
Fishing guide
Common Roach (Rutilus Rutilus) is a species of freshwater fish that belongs to the Carp family and is commonly spread throughout Europe and western Asia. Being very adaptable, these fish can inhabit both freshwater and brackish environments and survive in temperatures close to freezing, but usually dwell in lakes and slow rivers. Common Roach is a high-backed fish that is silvery blue in color with reddish fins and red eyes. Mature specimen usually grow to a length of 15-40 cm and can weigh up to 2 kg. It feeds primarily on algae, aquatic vegetation, insect larvae, mollusks and other invertebrates.
When it comes to float, feeder, or bottom fishing, the best way to catch Common Roach would be to use Pinkies on a size #4 hook.