Tag: Carp

Carp have very small mouths compared to their bodies Finally, most anglers have a hard time catching carp because they have very small mouths compared to other freshwater species. You can use a pretty good size hook and catch most larger freshwater species like bass or catfish. Why is carp fishing hard? If you are […]

Pellets. 99% of the carp we fish for have been fed on pellets in their early lives so it stands to reason that pellets can be a great winter carp bait. Many lakes even feed their fish over the winter on a pellet based diet to keep the fish in good condition and keep them […]

A carp does not have teeth, you do not need to use a lip-grip vice to hold them. I would not recommend however sticking your fingers down the mouth of a carp. They do have very strong crushing plates at the back of their mouths, they can crush nuts and berries with ease, as well […]

Bacon Grill and chopped pork and ham were among the first baits I ever used and both still have a constant place in my emergency bait supplies stashed in the car, thanks to their long shelf life and adaptability. Bacon Grill remains one of my favourite brands, being quite firm and sinking well. Do carp […]

Or can you catch fish with it? Yes, dog food attracts fish, especially catfish, panfish, and carps. Most anglers use dry pelleted dog food, either on its own or combined with flour, water, and cornstarch to make it doughier. What is the best food to catch carp? As above, Sweet corn and bread are two […]

Short rigs: 4 to 5” or 10 to 12cms. Medium rigs: 8 to 10” or 20 to 25cms. Long rigs: longer than 10” or 25cms. How long should hook lengths be? OPINION differs as to how long a hooklength should be. Some canal anglers use hooklengths as short as four inches. Other anglers fishing slow-sinking […]

They can be on the deck or up in the water, and in the middle of the lake they are very often close to the surface, even in cold conditions. Facing south in winter. What bait is best for carp in winter? Pellets. 99% of the carp we fish for have been fed on pellets […]

Carp have well developed colour vision that they use for locating food and avoiding predation. The carp’s eyesight isn’t the most useful of senses where the water is highly turbid and light penetration is low. In these environments, the sense of smell and taste are utilised far more in locating food. What colours can carp […]

With a bobber and with carp, you should set the hook the second the float moves. One trick is to use a bobber or float that is the correct size to just barely float the offering off the bottom. You want the fish to be able to take the bait without feeling any resistance. What […]

As carp are natural bottom feeders, baits need to be anchored hard on the lake or river bed, this requires using a lead or feeder to do so and it often, not in all cases needs to be cast quite a distance, this in turn means that a powerful rod is required. Do you need […]

Corn/Maize. Corn is a classic choice of Carp bait, be it whole kernel, peaches and cream, frozen or canned; all are considered staples in the Carp-fishing industry. Almost every fish can be caught with corn. What is the best bait for catching carp? Canned corn or dough balls are two of the best baits to […]

The only gear required to catch carp is a rod, reel, 25lb. line, a strong hook, weights, net, bait and a licence. Most anglers already have this basic equipment, I will delve deeper into the topic below on how to set up your gear to catch carp. Do I need a carp rod? As carp […]

Do Carp Like Cheese? Cheese is a popular bait choice for carp fisherman mainly due to its strong scent, and its ability to be molded around a hook in a “cheese ball” or “bait ball”. Can you fish for carp with cheese? Cheese is an effective bait when ledgered, float fished or free lined and […]

Any frozen fish or shellfish will be safe indefinitely; however, the flavor and texture will lessen after lengthy storage. For best quality, freeze (0 °F / -17.8 °C or less) cooked fish for up to 3 months. Can you freeze fish for 2 years? A leaner fish like cod will last up to six months. […]

Answer : Catla is the fastest growing carp and is south asian freshwater fish. Which is the fastest growing carp? 1 Catla. Catla is the fastest growing Indian major carp species and widely distributed throughout India, Nepal, Pakistan, Burma and Bangladesh (Fig. 19). It inhabits the surface layer of water and feeds upon plankton. Which […]

The rohu, rui, or roho labeo (Labeo rohita) is a species of fish of the carp family, found in rivers in South Asia. It is a large omnivore and extensively used in aquaculture. Rohu Subfamily: Labeoninae Genus: Labeo Species: L. rohita Binomial name What is Rohu fish called in English? Common Name Show similar names […]

Puntius tieto. Hence, Puntius tieto is not a major carp. So, the correct answer is ‘Puntius tieto’. What are major carps? In India, the major carps, Catla (Catla catla), Rohu (Labeo rohita) and Mrigal (Cirrhinus mrigala) are the mainstay of freshwater aquaculture. The major carps are the most preferred farm fishes because of their fast […]

Exotic carps are those species that are non-indigenous having their origin in another country and has been introduced into the Indian waters. They generally have established culture technologies and the economics of production and marketability. Which fish is exotic carp? The suitability of exotic carps namely Aristichthys nobilis (Bighead carp), Hypophthalmichthys molitrix (Silver carp), Ctenopharyngodon […]

Indian carp or Indian major carp is a common name for several species of fish: Catla catla or catla. It is an economically important South Asian freshwater fish of the carp family. Cirrhinus cirrhosus or mrigal, a ray-finned fish of the carp family native to rivers in India. What is major and minor carp? Major […]

Carp eat insects, plants, worms, and plankton. Carp eat plankton, insects, and larvae. They are omnivorous, meaning they eat both plants and animals. What does carp fish eat? Common carp is a typical peaceful omnivorous fish which consumes a range of different natural foods, including planktonic crustaceans, insects (including their larvae and pupae), the tender […]