Britannica Sources used in this answer

What kinds of fish live in the Dnieper River?

Created from Britannica articles using AI. AI can make mistakes, so verify using Britannica articles.

The Dnieper River supports a diverse ecosystem, hosting more than 60 species of fish.1

Commercially important species found in the river include:
* Pike
* Roach
* Chub
* Ide
* Rudd
* Rapfen
* Tench
* Barbel
* Alburnum
* Golden shiner
* Goldfish
* Carp
* Catfish
* Burbot
* Pike perch
* Perch
* Ruff

Additionally, the lower Dnieper serves as a habitat for migratory and semimigratory fish, such as sturgeon and herring, particularly during the spring. To support commercial interests, several reservoirs along the river have been artificially stocked with species including whitefish, pike perch, golden shiner, and carp.1

It is important to note that human activity, specifically the construction of dams and reservoirs, has significantly impacted the river's ecology, including reducing upstream access for anadromous fish.2