Tag: Carp

The fish will learn to link the smell of a bait with food and then actively search for more of the same smell when it is in the mood to feed. With this in mind it is easy to become carried away when adding smells or scents to a bait. It is important to remember […]

It is possible to help a carp living within freshwater to reduce its energy expenditure on osmoregulation by adding some salt to the water it is living in. Is salt good for carp? As well as having the desired effect of hardening your hook-baits, salt is also very attractive to carp. Is salt good for […]

live for at least 10 years and probably longer in Texas waters. grow rapidly and may exceed 60 pounds. feed only on plants, not on fish eggs or young fishes. Do carp eat other fishes eggs? Do Carp Eat Fish Eggs? Carp can also feed on other fish species’ eggs. Carp can seek out fish […]

While Common Carp do not feed on other fish or fish eggs intentionally, Common Carp can, at high densities, increase the turbidity of the water, at least in shallow silt bottom ponds (Breukelaar 1994; Roberts et al. 1995). Do carp eat other fishes eggs? Do Carp Eat Fish Eggs? Carp can also feed on other […]

Pink Himalayan Salt is the purest and cleanest salt on the planet and this is why Carp adore it. Is salt good for carp fishing? As well as having the desired effect of hardening your hook-baits, salt is also very attractive to carp. What flavors do carp like the best? Hardly a secret, but actually […]

“Carp that are feeding hard is a great spectacle to watch. I think we completely underestimate the amount of bait a large (30lb+) fish can consume. On a number of occasions I have seen individual carp eat 30 to 40 14mm boilies in a matter of minutes. Will carp eat any boilies? It is possible […]

Well, if you are fishing creeks or rivers for carp, you may find that they will really begin to start feeding actively at the end of April or the beginning of May (depending on flow.) This is a great time to pursue carp on the fly! Can you catch carp in spring? The best time […]

It is important to soak them for at least 24hrs. Bring to the boil and then simmer for a minimum of 20–40 minutes, adding sweeteners, flavours, syrup etc. prior to cooking. How do you look after them? How long will particle mix last? Prepared particles Store in the freezer, these will last for approx 4-8 […]

To get ready to fish for carp, you’ll need a few items. Both spinning and spin-cast rods spooled with 8- to 10-pound-test line work well for all but our largest carp. Many anglers prefer spinning reels with rear drag controls for easier adjustment when fighting a large carp. What line do you need for 30lb […]

7 BEST Bait Ideas for Winter Carp Fishing Best Winter Bait #1: Boilies. Best Winter Bait #2: Maggots. Best Winter Bait #3: Lobworms. Best Winter Bait #4: Corn. Best Winter Bait #5: Hemp. Best Winter Bait #6: Groundbait. Best Winter Bait #7: Flavoured bread. What’s the best bait for carp in the winter? Pellets. 99% […]

Sweets. Although I would not advise using sweets as free offerings, they make great hookbaits if rules allow it. Many people from my local club water used to catch carp on a vast amount of sweet hookbaits such as jelly babies, marshmallows and bubble gum balls. What are carp most attracted to? Krill powder and […]

As most of you are aware the carp like to feed heavily at that time of year especially in deep silty areas, so by fishing a white hook bait it find it stands out perfectly over the lakebed. What colours attract carp? That means carp and our other freshwater fish haven’t evolved in an environment […]

Carp fishing with maggots can work exceptionally well for catching carp, especially in the colder winter months. In these colder months the carp become less active, they feed less and move less. What colour maggots are best for carp? Red, white, green, bronze and even blue, it’s not just a case of catching the angler’s […]

“Carp have acute eyesight and as such anything that is unnatural to them during the hours of darkness, i.e. shining a torch on them, will certainly be more than likely to spook them. Do carp like light? In clear water and bright sunny conditions, the carp’s ability to see is very good depending on water […]

The reason the fish are jumping but not biting is that you aren’t using the right lure, fly, or bait. When fish are jumping, it usually means they are feeding on something near the surface, and if you don’t present something that imitates what they are eating, then they won’t bite. What does it mean […]

Carp are one of the most popular fish for bowfishing enthusiasts because they stick to mid-level depths close to the river bank or lake shoreline where bowfishers can aim accurately. The best fishing areas are usually the hardest to access by boat, so you may need to wade into the water from the bank. Are […]

Still as effective as ever, the worm is as natural as they come, the carp are used to eating these and they absolutely love them. Worms work well at any time of year, but again, are easier to use through the winter when other species slow down. What bait is best for carp in winter? […]

We recommend feeding your fish once a day. However, some fish owners will like to do it twice a day but feed in smaller portions, instead of feeding all their food in one massive clump. The amount of times you feed your fish is a preference as long as you feed them the correct amount. […]

YES, it is! Carp fishing with worms is an excellent idea. They are a part of carp`s natural diet, and their wiggling motion and irresistible scent can attract almost any carp. Worms can be used year-round, but they are especially useful in winter. Can you use worms to catch carp? Yes, carp do eat worms. […]

The toxin enters the bloodstream of fish through their gills and inhibits cellular respiration. So far only one bighead carp has been found among the thousands of dead fish removed from the canal, but authorities say carp tend to sink when poisoned. Why is carp not edible? As with all fish, where it is caught, […]