The common roach is a freshwater fish characterized by its silver body and distinctive red fins. It typically measures 6-12 inches in length and weighs up to 2 pounds. Preferring slow-moving waters, it thrives in lakes and rivers. Omnivorous, its diet includes aquatic plants, insects, and small invertebrates. Roach often form large shoals, exhibiting social behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Common roach
length · weight
Common roach
length · weight


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