Rudd

Rudd refers to multiple related topics. The common rudd (Scardinius erythrophthalmus) is a freshwater fish in the carp family (Cyprinidae). It is native to Europe and parts of western Asia and has been introduced elsewhere. The body is slender and laterally compressed, with a small mouth. coloration varies but often includes a silvery body with golden tones; fins may show yellowish or reddish tints, especially in breeding individuals. Rudd favors quiet waters with abundant aquatic vegetation and can be found in rivers, lakes, and ponds. It feeds on small invertebrates, seeds, and plant matter. Spawning occurs in spring in shallow, vegetated areas. The species is widespread and generally not considered at risk in its native range.

Rudd is also a surname of English origin. It may derive from a nickname for a ruddy or red-faced person or from the given name Rudolf, and is found among individuals in several countries. Notable people with the surname include Paul Rudd, an American actor, and Kevin Rudd, a former Prime Minister of Australia. The name has various spellings and is relatively common in England, Ireland, and parts of North America.

In politics, the surname is associated with the Australian government led by Kevin Rudd, known as the Rudd Government, which governed from 2007 to 2010 and again in 2013. The name Rudd also appears in place names or local entities in different regions, though such uses are less prominent.