Tench
The tench, Tinca tinca, is a freshwater fish native to Europe and Asia, known for its olive-green body and small, rounded fins. Often found in slow-moving or still waters with abundant vegetation, tench are bottom-dwellers that feed on invertebrates and plant material. Highly adaptable, they can tolerate low oxygen levels and are popular among anglers for their strong fight and elusive nature.
Length~40 (max 70)
Weight~3 (max 7)
WaterFresh
Water Temp24° F
- Other namesDoctor fish
- Length~40 (max 70)
- Weight~3 (max 7)
- WaterFresh
- Water Temp24° F
Popular lures for Tench
Regulation for Tench
- SeasonAlways open
- Bag limitNo
- Vessel limit-
- Trophy limits-
- Max size-
- Min sizeNo
- Measurement-
- Prohibited methods-
Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Prefers slow-moving rivers, lakes, and ponds with dense vegetation
- Often found in muddy or silty bottoms where they forage for food
- Feeds on small invertebrates, detritus, and plant material, typically at dusk or dawn
- Can survive in low-oxygen environments, making them resilient in various habitats
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Spawning occurs in late spring to early summer in shallow, weedy areas
- Eggs are adhesive and attach to aquatic plants until they hatch
- Juveniles remain in vegetated areas, feeding on small invertebrates
- Tends to be sedentary, with little seasonal movement, staying within the same habitat year-round