Freshwater
Bleak
Alburnus alburnus
- Peak season
- Summer (June-September)
- Length range
- 5–18 cm
- Weight range
- 0.005–0.08 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–3 m
Habitat
Slow-flowing rivers, canals, and lakes across Europe. Schools near the surface in open water.
Behavior
Small surface-feeding shoal fish that takes insects, plankton, and bread from the surface. Popular match-fishing target.
Best techniques
- Whip fishing with single maggot
- Light float at shallow depth
- Small fly on the surface
- Speed fishing with fine tackle
