Michel Roggo Collection

Bream (Abramis brama) and European chub (Leuciscus / Squalius cephalus) shoal in a calm part of the Rhine, Schaffhausen, Switzerland, February 2009 WWE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION

Tench (Tinca tinca) in peat pond, Fribourg, Switzerland, May 2009

Male Zander / Pikeperch (Stizostedion / Sander lucioperca) defending nest, with Chub (Leuciscus cephalus) in the distance, calm part of the Rhine, Schaffhausen, Switzerland, May 2009

European grayling (Thymallus thymallus) pair spawning, the dark one is the male, Lake Thun, Thun, Switzerland, March 2009

European chub (Squalius / Leuciscus cephalus) and Bream (Abramis brama) shoal in calm part of the Rhine, Schaffhausen, Switzerland, February 2009

Alpine newt (Triturus alpestris) chasing a ball of Water fleas in a gravel pit pool, Fribourg, Switzerland, June 2009

Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) migrating upstream to spawn, Umelven, Sweden, July 2009

Red-eye / Common rudd (Scardinius erythrophthalmus) in peat pond, Fribourg, Switzerland, May 2009

Male Pikeperch / Zander (Stizostedion / Sander lucioperca) defending nest, calm part of the Rhine, Schaffhausen, Switzerland, May 2009

European grayling (Thymallus thymallus) alevin, 18 days, feeding on zooplankton, from Lake Thun, Switzerland, captive, April 2009

European grayling (Thymallus thymallus) eggs, 9 days, from Lake Thun, Switzerland, captive, April 2009

Male European grayling (Thymallus thymallus) on spawning ground, Lake of Thun, Thun, Switzerland, March 2009

Chub (Squalius / Leuciscus cephalus) sense shoal in a calm part of the Rhine, Schaffhausen, Switzerland, February 2009

European grayling (Thymallus thymallus) alevins, 4 days, from Lake Thun, Thun, Switzerland, captive, April 2009

Pike (Esox lucius) portrait, in fishpond, Switzerland, February 2009

Barbel (Barbus barbus) feeding at the bottom of a pool, Sense river, Fribourg, Switzerland, June 2008

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Michel Roggo: Capturing the Beauty of Aquatic Life Renowned photographer Michel Roggo has dedicated his life to capturing the mesmerizing world beneath the water's surface. With a keen eye for detail and an unwavering passion for aquatic life, he takes us on a captivating journey through his lens. In one frame, we witness a harmonious dance as Bream and European chub shoal together, their silvery bodies glimmering in the sunlight. Another snapshot reveals Chub on their spawning ground in Trme, Saane river tributary, showcasing nature's incredible cycle of life. Roggo's lens transports us to Slovenia's Sava river in June 2009, where European grayling gracefully swim against the current during their mating season. The image captures both their elegance and determination. Moving closer to home in Fribourg, Switzerland, we find ourselves immersed in a peat pond with Tench lazily swimming amidst lily pads. This tranquil scene reminds us of the hidden beauty that lies within our own backyard. A male Zander fiercely defends its nest alongside a Chub; this powerful display of protection is captured by Roggo along the calm part of the Rhine River. It serves as a reminder that even underwater creatures have fierce instincts when it comes to safeguarding their young. Lake Thun becomes an enchanting stage for European grayling pair spawning; here we witness two fish intertwined in an intricate ballet-like movement. The darker-hued male stands out against its partner as they continue nature's eternal circle. The coexistence between European chub and Bream is showcased once again as they form another vibrant shoal - this time set against a backdrop that highlights their vivid colors and patterns. Delving into smaller wonders within aquatic ecosystems, Roggo captures an Alpine newt chasing after Water fleas inside a gravel pit pool. This playful interaction reminds us that every creature has its role to play in the delicate balance of nature.