Gletscherhöhle
Common Rudd
Scardinius erythrophthalmus
Did you know?
- Common Rudds are schooling fish that prefer still waters with dense vegetation.
- Because Common Rudds can interbreed with other fish species, genetically pure rudd have become very rare.
- Common Rudds belong to the carp family and are therefore omnivores.
- The cultivated form of the silver rudd is known as the gold rudd, which has a bright goldfish-red color.
- Common Rudds can live up to 20 years.
Explore the other areas
Mountain stream
Dive into the world of the mountain stream! Here you’ll discover animals that are perfectly adapted to the clear, cool water and the fast‑flowing current.
Lake Constance
Right on our doorstep lies a truly unique habitat: Lake Constance. Here you can discover everything about the native fish species and their fascinating underwater world.
Rockpool
In the Rockpool area, you can observe fascinating animals up close. Do you dare to gently place your hand in the water and explore their world?
Jellyfish
In this small area, you can marvel at the delicate moon jellyfish up close. Their floating movements appear almost magical – change the color of the water and watch how the jellies glide by in complete silence.
