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Common roach

Rutilus rutilus

Family
Cyprinidae
Max Length
50 cm
Max Weight
2 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
2,258

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Maggots

    A staple bait, effective all year round.

  • Casters

    Particularly good in warmer months.

  • Hempseed

    Excellent for pre-baiting and drawing fish in.

  • Sweetcorn

    Bright color and sweet taste attract roach.

  • Bread flake

    Soft and easily taken by roach.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #1Spinner

    Small size is key.

    Buy
  • Rapala Ultra Light Minnow 04Crankbait

    Fished slowly near reeds.

    Buy
  • Drennan Red Maggot ImitationSoft Plastic

    Mimics maggots.

    Buy
  • Tungsten Jig NymphJig

    Small, weighted nymphs work well.

    Buy
  • Gold Head Hare's Ear NymphFly

    Effective in clear, running water.

    Buy

Techniques

When fishing for roach, use light tackle and fine lines for better bite detection.

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Where to Find Common roach

England, United Kingdom471 spotsAlba / Scotland, United Kingdom82 spotsNorthern Ireland / Tuaisceart Éireann, United Kingdom43 spotsUusimaa, Finland38 spotsCymru / Wales, United Kingdom32 spotsRegion Midtjylland, Denmark22 spotsPirkanmaa, Finland21 spotsVictoria, Australia21 spotsAuvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France18 spotsRegion Syddanmark, Denmark14 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Common roach?+

Popular baits for Common roach include Maggots, Casters, Hempseed, Sweetcorn, Bread flake. Tip: When fishing for roach, use light tackle and fine lines for better bite detection.

Where can I catch Common roach?+

Common roach can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include England, United Kingdom; Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom; Northern Ireland / Tuaisceart Éireann, United Kingdom. WikiCatch lists 2258 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Common roach get?+

Common roach (Rutilus rutilus) can reach up to 50.199997425079346 cm in length and 2 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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