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Common Roach
Rutilus rutilus
48.1976, 16.3531
Field Notes
Description:
The roach is typically a small fish, often reaching no more than about 35 cm. Maximum length is 45 cm. The body has a blueish silvery color and becomes white at the belly. The fins are red. The roach can often be recognized by the big red spot in the iris above and beside the pupil. Colours of the eye and fins can be very pale however in some environments. (Wikipedia)
Habitat:
Aqua Terr Zoo Vienna
in the wilde: It's a freshwater and brackish water fish native to most of Europe and western Asia.
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Common Roach
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PublishedJanuary 12, 2012
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