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Tench

Tinca tinca

Hard-fighting fish of weedy margins and warm summer lakes.

Habitat

Weedy lakes, ponds, slow rivers

Diet

Invertebrates, plant matter

Average Size

2–5 lb

Max Size

12+ lb

Best Seasons

springsummerearly autumn

Best Baits

cornmaggotspelletsbread

Best Methods

float fishingfeeder fishingmethod feeder

Recommended tackle for Tench

Most UK anglers targeting tench use setups like these — available in our shop.

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UK Regulations

No closed season on stillwaters.

Where to catch Tench in the UK

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