Common carp
Common carp (Cyprinus carpio) is a freshwater, brackish species recorded in Hong Kong, Taiwan, United States. It is mainly found over mud, at depths of 0–29 m. The main season in Hong Kong, Taiwan, United States runs all year.
Scientific name: Cyprinus carpio · Water: Freshwater, Brackish · Season: All year
Size: 20–90 cm
Weight: 0.5–10 kg
About
The common carp is among the stocked freshwater fish of Hong Kong's reservoirs, a stocky bottom-feeder with two pairs of barbels. It grows wary with size and fights with real power and stamina, so corn, bread or paste baits fished on the bottom are the most reliable approach. It can be caught year-round and still feeds in cooler weather, making it a classic reservoir target.
Differences by region
- Hong Kong — Local name：Common carp · Season：All year · Common methods：General · Size：20–90 cm · Weight：0.5–10 kg · Depth：0–29 m · Water layer：Near-bottom / mid-lower · Angling traits：Beginner-friendly
- Taiwan — Local name：Common carp · Season：All year · Common methods：General · Size：20–90 cm · Weight：0.5–10 kg · Depth：0–29 m · Water layer：Near-bottom / mid-lower · Angling traits：Beginner-friendly, Iconic target
- United States — Local name：Common carp · Season：Spring, Summer, Autumn · Common methods：Shore / surf・Boat · Size：120 cm · Water layer：Bottom-dwelling · Angling traits：Beginner-friendly, Challenging
Ecology and habitat
- Water layer
- Near-bottom / mid-lower
- Bottom / habitat
- Mud
- Depth
- 0–29 m
- Distribution status
- Introduced
- Trophic level
- 3.1
- Maximum age
- 38 years
Fishery and market
- Game fish
- Yes
- Resilience
- Medium
Angling traits
Methods
Sources
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