Rudd
Scardinius erythrophthalmus (Linnaeus)
Crvenperka
Description
Rudd (Scardinius erythrophthalmus) is a freshwater fish of the Cyprinidae family.
Habitat
A bottom-to-midwater species distributed across Europe and central Asia. Favours clear water rich in aquatic plants.
Diet
It feeds on aquatic vegetation when the temperature exceeds 18 °C and hunts live prey in the upper layers of water.
Regulations and Responsible Fishing
No reliable general closed-season note is shown here, so local rules must be checked.
No reliable general minimum-size note is shown here, so local rules must be checked.
Always check local association or concession holder rules before fishing, because they may be stricter than this general overview.
🎣 Recommended Bait
- Floating bread
- Maggots
- Sweetcorn
📅 Best Seasons
Summer
🕐 Best Time of Day
Evening, Sunset
📍 Where to Fish
Heavily vegetated still waters, lily pads, and reedy margins.
How to catch: Rudd
Rudd feed primarily in the upper layers; a very light float or surface bait is best.