Species · Coarse · Scardinius erythrophthalmus
Rudd
The roach's golden-flanked cousin with the matching orange-red fins. A hardy upper-water and surface feeder that shoals tightly and feeds hard through the warmer months.
Where and when
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Lakes, canals, reservoirs - weedy margins |
| Best time | Morning/Afternoon |
| Category | Coarse |
Baits and tactics
- Tactics: Waggler, Pole, Float
- Baits and flies: Maggots, Waxworm, Bread, Casters
Tackle that suits
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Hooks | 14-18. Fine wire. Crystal bend or round bend |
| Mainline | 0.12-0.14mm. 2-3lb. Mono - low diameter for shy fish |
| Hooklength | 0.08-0.10mm. 4-8". Fine mono - keep short for fast, light takes |
| Shotting | Strung out fine shot for upper-water work. Light bulk and dropper at depth. |
| Field notes | Rudd feed on the surface - watch for dimples and ripples near the reeds; Waxworm is the classic big rudd bait, presented on a fine hook; Fine tackle and short hooklengths - rudd strike fast and lightly; Fish shallow margins and weed beds, especially through summer; Cold-water surface fish - rudd feed when most silvers have stopped; Elastic: 5-6 solid, light enough for fast silvers |
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