Category: Fish

Countries that celebrate with carp Slovakia, Poland, and the Czech Republic are the main carp eaters at Christmas time. But there are also many families in Austria, Germany, and Croatia who celebrate Christmas with carp. Do they eat carp in Europe? Carp is eaten in many parts of the world both when caught from the […]

Thomas Ford, owner of Manor fisheries, was the man who initially imported these carp into the UK for angling purposes. It was at this point that the most popular fishing industry in the UK was born. These fish were big, often over 10lbs, dwarfing the typical 4oz roach and perch which were common catches at […]

Moreover, using carp as a sushi ingredient is economically viable and can prove much more profitable compared to traditional sushi fish species such as salmon or tuna. What is carp fish used for? Carp can in fact be eaten! They have been used as a source of food throughout Europe for centuries, and were initially […]

Their ability to grow to great sizes and provide swashbuckling fights makes them an extremely rewarding fish to catch. Carp have often been described as ‘the queen of rivers and lakes’ due to their majestic movement and subtle demeanour. Why would you fish for carp? Carp are one of the most popular fish for bowfishing […]

Carp need to eat about 2% of their body weight a day, but if they come across an abundant food source I think it’s safe to say they will indulge, kind of like you at an all you can eat buffet. Some sources say that a carp needs to eat about 12 grams of protein […]

Angling has taken great strides to improve the well-being of the fish, says Mr Ford, and all good carp anglers should use fish-friendly nets, soft and padded unhooking mats and only keep the carp out of the water for a maximum of five minutes in summer, and about double that in winter. How long can […]

Don’t exclude lures when you’re fishing for carp! Most people don’t even think to try lures when fishing for carp. The fact is, carp, even smaller ones, eat minnows at certain times of the year. This is especially true in the early fall season. What lures attract carp? As above, Sweet corn and bread are […]

Yes, carp do feed and can be caught at night. In certain areas, they feed even more at night than during the day. Carp have a keen sense of taste and have no problem feeding in the dark. I tend to have greater success fishing at night since carp feel safer feeding due to less […]

The deep green colour offers excellent camouflage of mainline and the low visibility clear line offers exceptional camouflage of your mainline across a wide variety of environments. A great choice of one of the best fishing lines. What line is best for carp fishing? Monofilament. Mono is a great choice as a carp fishing mainline […]

Winds will often push fish into certain areas, thus making them easier or harder to catch, depending on what part of the lake they’re in. Carp love and regularly react to a wind, even if it’s a cold one. How do you fish for carp in the wind? As strong winds blow plenty of food […]

Although it is a common misconception that carp stop feeding in winters, the truth is they only stop feeding when the weather gets harsher and the water temperatures fall below 39 degrees Fahrenheit (3.88 Celsius). What time of year do carp stop feeding UK? “Contrary to what many would have you believe, carp continue to […]

I recommend waiting 90 minutes for a bite at night. Once that 90-minute timer goes off without a bite, move somewhere else. Carp are constantly moving and feeding during the warmer seasons, so it could take them a while to find your bait. What time of the day do carp bite most? Traditionally the best […]

most carp rods are 12ft-13ft in length. You should choose the length which feels most comfortable but bear in mind that you will need to be reasonably tall and strong as well as having a good technique to get the best out of a 13ft rod. In situations where there are overhanging trees, a longer […]

A carp with a full belly is unlikely to strike at your bait. The simplest way to chum is to throw a couple of handfuls of whatever you are using as bait on top of the water where carp feed. If you are using boilies, you may need to crush them slightly for better distribution. […]

The best carp angling fishing hooks are size 6 and size 4 circle hooks. Some fishermen use size 8 hooks because they are smaller and more discreet. So if you are fishing in a place with generally small-size carps, you should use size 8 circle hooks. What is the best size hooks for carp? You’ll […]

Traditionally the best times of the day to catch carp are early morning, early evening or at night though they can be caught at anytime throughout the day. They feed more aggressively under cover of darkness and so dawn and dusk tend to be the most successful times. Does carp bite better at night? Yes, […]