Scientific Name: Leuciscus idus

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How easy are they to care for?
Easy to care for fish, often described as the one of the best fish to start with in the aquatics trade.

How large can they grow?
Up to 24inches or greater

Where in the world are they from?
Native to parts of Europe and Asia

What is the ideal number to keep together?
Can be kept singly or in groups depending on tank / pond size.

What water conditions do they require?
Temperature ranges of 10 - 24 Celsius and will accept pH ranges as from 7.0 - 8.0

What should you feed them?
Live foods will be greatly accepted as well as frozen foods such as Blod worm, Artemia and Daphnia. Will happily accept Flake, Pellets and vegetable matter.

How compatible are they with other fish?
More than happy to live in a general community cold water pond