carp fishing

Pursuing bottom feeders

Carp fishing is angling specifically for carp, a large freshwater fish.

In Europe and the UK especially, it has developed into a specialized pursuit with dedicated tackle, techniques, and culture: He spent the weekend carp fishing at a private lake.

American anglers historically dismissed carp as trash fish, though interest has grown.

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Pursuing freshwater game species

bass fishing · salmon fishing · fly fishing · perch fishing · sport fishing

fishing environment

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Catching ocean creatures recreationally

saltwater fishing · deep sea fishing · surf fishing · big game fishing · offshore fishing

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Catching fish with imitation insects

lure fishing · spin fishing · trolling · jigging · ice fishing

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