The History of Esculent Fish

Chapter 13: The ROACH

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A compendium of edible freshwater fish that combines species-by-species natural history, seasonal habits, culinary value, and angling techniques with engraved illustrations. Entries describe habitat preferences, spawning and feeding behavior, best seasons and baits, and assessment of table quality. An extended practical essay addresses carp breeding and meticulous pond design and management, covering pond types, stocking densities, spawning and nursery care, feeding and wintering methods, and predator control. Practical guidance emphasizes water quality, site selection, and routine maintenance for productive fishponds.

The ROACH

Is the English name of a very common fish, called by some authors the Rutilius and Rubiculus, and by others the Rubellio. It is a species of the Cyprinus, according to the new system of Artedi, and the Cyprinus Rutilius of Linnæus. It has been looked upon (though without much reason) remarkable for its liveliness and vivacity, from which comes the proverb “sound as a Roach.” In some parts of the world, this fish will only live in standing waters: it thrives very much in ponds and deep, still rivers: it is very remarkable for its progeny; a pond being sooner stocked with this fish than any other.

Clupea: Halachie. A Shad. Eleazar Albin Del. June 30. 1736.