Fishing for Common carp

Cyprinus carpio

The common carp is a freshwater fish known for its robust, deep-bodied shape and barbels on either side of its upper jaw. It thrives in slow-moving waters and feeds on a varied diet of plants, insects, and crustaceans. Typically reaching 12-30 inches and weighing 4-31 pounds, it exhibits social behavior, often forming schools. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Potential pest

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Common carp

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Biggest Common carp catches

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21 in · 4 lb

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22 in · 5 lb

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Lower Shaker Lake

22 in · 5 lb

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Burriston Ponds

19 in · 4 lb

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Utah Lake

20 in · 6 lb

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San Joaquin River

24 in · 5 lb

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