Ide

Beschreibung

The Ide, Leuciscus idus, is a freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae. It is a medium to large-sized cyprinid, known for its elongated, somewhat compressed body and relatively small head. Wild Ide typically exhibit a silvery-grey coloration, while ornamental varieties, particularly the 'Golden Orfe', display vibrant orange-gold hues. They are active, shoaling fish, often found in slow-moving rivers, lakes, and ponds across Eurasia. Ide are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of invertebrates, plant matter, and smaller fish. They are valued both as a sport fish and as an ornamental species for large ponds.

Körperliche Merkmale

Körperform

elongated

Färbung

Wild Ide are typically silvery-grey on the flanks, darker on the back, and whitish on the belly. Fins are often reddish-orange, especially the pectoral, pelvic, and anal fins. The ornamental 'Golden Orfe' is uniformly bright orange-gold.

Schuppentyp

cycloid

Maulstellung

terminal

Besondere Merkmale

Relatively small head compared to body size, Large, distinct scales, Forked caudal fin, Slightly upturned mouth

Rückenflosse

Short, with 3 unbranched and 8-9 branched rays, positioned roughly midway along the back.

Schwanzflosse

Deeply forked, with pointed lobes.

Brustflosse

Relatively long, often reddish-orange.

Auffällige Flossen

All fins, particularly the paired fins and anal fin, often have a reddish or orange tint, more pronounced in mature individuals.

Bestimmungstipps

Lebensraum

Wassertyp

freshwater

Tiefe

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths (1-5 meters), but can inhabit deeper waters in large lakes.

Umgebung

Prefers slow-moving or still waters of large rivers, lakes, oxbows, and large ponds. Thrives in clear, well-oxygenated water with some aquatic vegetation and open areas for swimming. Tolerant of a wide range of water conditions but prefers clean environments.

Geografische Verbreitung

Native to Europe and Asia, ranging from the Rhine River basin eastward across northern Eurasia to the Kolyma River in Siberia. Introduced to other parts of Europe and North America (e.g., Great Lakes region) as an ornamental or sport fish.

Aquarieninformationen

• Pflegeaufwand: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Ernährung: omnivore
• Mindestbeckengröße: 750 gallons (for a small shoal, as they grow large and are active swimmers)
• Temperatur: 10-22°C (50-72°F)
• pH-Wert: 6.5-8.0
• Härte: 5-20 dGH
• Verträglichkeit: Compatible with other large, peaceful coldwater fish such as large carp, tench, and other large cyprinids. Avoid very small fish that could be prey.
• Besondere Anforderungen: Requires a very large pond or exceptionally large, well-filtered aquarium due to its size and active nature. Needs good oxygenation and prefers clear, well-planted water with open swimming areas. Shoaling species, so should be kept in groups of at least 5-6 individuals.

Informationen zum Wildbestand

• Erhaltungszustand: least concern
• Saisonalität: Spawns in spring (March-May) when water temperatures reach 8-12°C. More active and feeding heavily during warmer months, less active in winter.
• Marktpreis: Varies; ornamental varieties (Golden Orfe) are commonly sold for ponds, while wild Ide have limited commercial fishing value.
• Kommerzielle Bedeutung: low
• Geschmack: Mild, somewhat earthy
• Textur: Flaky, but can be bony
• Zubereitungsarten: Frying, Baking, Smoking
• Nährwert: Good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, similar to other freshwater white fish.

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Wissenschaftliche Klassifikation

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Animalia

Stamm

Chordata

Klasse

Actinopterygii

Ordnung

Cypriniformes

Familie

Cyprinidae

Gattung

Leuciscus

Art

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