Species guide
How to catch Bleak
Alburnus
freshwaterbrackishLeuciscidae
The Bleak is a small freshwater and brackish fish found across Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. It swims in shoals near the surface and primarily feeds on plankton and small insects. Anglers often use Bleak as excellent bait for larger carnivorous fish.
Where they live
Found in freshwater and brackish waters across Europe, Asia, and Africa, Bleak prefer shoals near the surface in open water or coves, often foraging in shallower shore zones.
Typical size
Up to about 25 cm
What they eat
- plankton
- crustaceans
- insects
- water plants
Best baits
- small insects
- worms
- tiny crustaceans
Best lures
- small surface lures
- tiny spinners
- micro jigs
How to fish for them
- float fishing
- light spinning
- bait casting
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