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Rudd (Scardinius erythrophthalmus)

Description: The Rudd is a smilar species to the Roach. It often favours the middle to the upper layers of water. Commonly found in rivers and lakes, it feeds on invertebrates and plant materials, but also on surface insects. It also has red fins like the Roach but it is distinguishable by its golden tint and the fact that while the Roach's dorsal and pelvic fins are in line with each other, the Rudds dorsal fin rises behind its pelvic fin.
When living in a mixed community, the Rudd will often interbreed with other species like Roach and Bream hybrids.

Tips: To target this species, it is best to use the floating caster and maggots.

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