Species guide
How to catch Freshwater bream
Abramis brama
freshwaterbrackishgame fishLeuciscidae
Freshwater bream, a common game fish found across Europe and Asia, grow up to 82 cm and weigh over 6 kg. They have a typical fusiform body shape and primarily feed on plant material and small aquatic organisms. Larger bream use filter-feeding to select small prey from the water.
Where they live
Freshwater and brackish waters in shallow areas around 1 meter depth across Europe and Asia. Often found near vegetation where they feed.
Typical size
Up to about 82 cm
What they eat
- detritus
- small aquatic plants
- algae
- chironomid larvae
- aquatic insects
- terrestrial insects falling into water
Best baits
- worms
- maggots
- sweetcorn
- bread
- soft pellets
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- light jigs
- natural bait imitations
How to fish for them
- float fishing near vegetation
- ledgering on the bottom
- light feeder fishing
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