Discover the fish of France’s freshwaters
Embark on a piscatorial journey through France’s diverse freshwater habitats with our comprehensive guide to the freshwater fish of…
Bottom feeder: Common Barbel (Barbus barbus)
The Common Barbel (Barbus barbus) is one of the most potent fish in our fast-flowing freshwater environments. Fishing for…
Panfish : Minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus)
The Minnow fish, scientifically known as Phoxinus phoxinus, is a well-known species among anglers who enjoy coarse fishing, thanks…
Bottom feeder: Spined Loach (Cobitis taenia)
The Spined Loach (Cobitis taenia) is a small freshwater fish found in rivers and streams across Europe. The Spined…
Bottom feeder: Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio) – a popular and versatile aquatic fish
The Common Carp fish (Cyprinus carpio), an iconic freshwater fish, enjoys popularity among both anglers and in popular culture….
Predatory fish : Northern Pike (Esox lucius)
The Pike (Esox lucius), known as Northern Pike, is a rapidly growing freshwater predator, the quintessential carnivorous fish. Often…
Predatory fish : European Perch (Perca fluviatilis)
The European Perch, also known as the Eurasian Perch (Perca fluviatilis), is a small carnivorous fish in our freshwater…
Freshwater fish: Game fish
Freshwater Game fish encompasses a rich and diverse array of species that attract anglers from around the world. These…
Freshwater fish: Panfish
Characterised by their ideal size for frying pan cooking, Panfishs are notable in recreational angling and culinary traditions. Panfish…
Pan-Fried Minnow: A Delightful Take on Fried Small Fish
The culinary art of frying small fish reaches its peak with the deep-fried minnow, a dish celebrated for its…
Bottom Feeder: European Flounder (Platichthys Flesus) – Habitat, Behavior, And Characteristics
Anglers and fishers across Europe often seek the thrill of landing a versatile and challenging catch. Identifying which species to…
Coarse fish: European Bitterling (Rhodeus amarus)
Are you keen on freshwater fishing and always looking for new species to catch? The European Bitterling, also known as Bouvière or Rhodeus amarus,…
Panfish: Gudgeon (Gobio Gobio): An In-depth Description For Freshwater Fishing Enthusiasts
Fishing enthusiasts often seek to expand their knowledge, particularly about freshwater species. One such fascinating creature is the Gudgeon…
Game Fish : Twaite Shad (Alosa fallax)
The Twaite shad, scientifically known as Alosa fallax, is a fascinating game fish that thrives in both freshwater and…
Coarse fish: Three-spined Stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus)
Unveiling the intricacies of the Three-spined Stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus), this article delves into the fascinating world of these small…
Bottom feeder : Crucian Carp (Carassius carassius)
A close relative of the common goldfish (Carassius auratus), the Crucian Carp (Carassius carassius) is a freshwater fish that…
Predatory fish : Wels Catfish (Silurus glanis)
The wels catfish, also known as Silurus glanis, is the largest predatory fish found in European waters. It is…
Bottom Feeder: European Eel or Common Eel (Anguilla anguilla)
The European Eel, also known as the Common Eel (Anguilla anguilla), is a snake-like fish that is highly sought…
Coarse fish: Ide or Orfe (Leuciscus idus)
The Ide or Orfe (Leuciscus idus) is a sturdy freshwater fish that belongs to the same family as the…
Panfish: Eurasian Rudd (Scardinius erythrophthalmus)
The Eurasian Rudd (Scardinius erythrophthalmus) is one of the most commonly caught river fish, often confused with roach. Anglers…