This section provides introductory information on some of the fish species caught by anglers and recorded in fisheries surveys around Ireland’s rivers, lakes, estuaries and coastal waters.

Gudgeon (Gobio gobio)

A brief description of the biology and ecology of gudgeon (Gobio gobio) in Ireland.

Minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus)

A brief description of the biology and ecology of minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus) in Ireland.

Stone loach (Barbatula barbatula)

A brief description of the biology and ecology of stone loach (Barbatula barbatula) in Ireland.

Perch (Perca fluviatilis)

A brief description of the biology and ecology of perch (Perca fluviatilis) in Ireland.

Flounder (Platichthys flesus)

A brief description of the biology and ecology of flounder (Platichthys flesus) in Ireland.