Prussian carp Fishing

Present in almost every Bulgarian reservoir and in the still arms of the Danube, this is the most commonly caught freshwater fish in the country. It holds over shallow, weedy, silty bottoms. Fish a feeder or a light float rig with a size 10-14 hook and corn, paste or worm. It becomes very active as the water warms; May to September, morning and evening, are best. On pressured spots use thin line and small baits.

Carassius gibelio

Prussian carp (Carassius gibelio)
Photo: George Chernilevsky · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Season calendar

Jan
Feb
Mar
AprMayJunJulAugSepOct
Nov
Dec

Active periodSpawning period — release what you catch

Season
April–October
Water temperature
14–28 °C
Spawning
May–July
Behaviour
Warm water, bottom feeder

Techniques

  • Feeder
  • float rig

Frequently asked

When is the best time to catch prussian carp?
The productive window for prussian carp runs April–October. May–July is the spawning period; releasing your catch during these months is strongly advised.
What water temperature does prussian carp feed in?
Prussian carp is most active between 14 and 28 °C. Outside that band its feeding rate drops off.
How do you fish for prussian carp?
Common methods: Feeder, float rig.

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