The Phenomenon of Gynogenesis: How the Prussian Carp Conquered Our Waters
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Prussian carp
Carassius gibelio (Bloch)
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Description
Prussian carp (Carassius gibelio) is a highly adaptable freshwater fish introduced from China and belongs to the Cyprinidae family.
Habitat
Favours rivers with weak currents and abundant vegetation, and is also common in still waters and backwaters. Moves along the bottom and buries itself in the substrate in winter.
Diet
Omnivorous; it feeds on plankton, invertebrates, plant material and detritus.
Regulations and Responsible Fishing
No reliable general closed-season note is shown here, so local rules must be checked.
No reliable general minimum-size note is shown here, so local rules must be checked.
Always check local association or concession holder rules before fishing, because they may be stricter than this general overview.
๐ฃ Recommended Bait
- Worms
- Maize
- Bread
- Pellets
- Maggots
๐ Best Seasons
Spring, Summer, Autumn
๐ Best Time of Day
Morning, Afternoon
๐ Where to Fish
Slow rivers, backwaters and vegetated lakes, especially over soft bottoms where it searches for food, often in large shoals.
How to catch: Prussian carp
Prussian carp are adaptable and can be caught on simple baits. Check the applicable local rules before deciding whether to retain a fish.