Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Carp Sport Fishing Techniques To Sharpen Your Skills

By Veritas Sapien Xavier


Successful carp fishers have taken the time to learn the habitual patterns and activities of carp. In America, for many years, carp had the reputation as a "trash" fish, but in most other countries, carp have always been highly regarded. This is, however, changing, and there are now more carp fishermen than ever in North America. The rest of this report will talk about some helpful strategies and tips that you can use when you are carp fishing, no matter where in the world you are.

There are numerous carp fishing groups around, and by joining one you will increase your chances of quickly coming up to speed on the best ways to fish for carp. Europe, of course, has the most groups; however, even today, you can join groups that have formed in both Canada and the United States. There's always the possibility that if you search online you will discover a group or club in your city. If you don't find any "live" organizations in your locality, join the forums and online groups and you will pick up a lot of carp fishing knowledge. Still and all, getting as much practice as you can will teach you much faster than just discussing the merits and tactics of carp fishing with other fishers.

Although carp are not originally native to North America, there are now several species of carp in the United States and Canada. The carp that has the largest population in America is called the common carp and it originated in Europe and Asia. In the 1800s, the common carp was introduced into the United States. Carp are very adaptable and can survive even in marginally healthy water; however, they prefer to live in lakes and ponds that are warm. From Asia, we get bighead carp. Sports fishers love these fish because of the large size they can grow to - making them a lot of fun to catch. Today carp live in many countries around the globe, including North America, and some of the other varieties are the grass carp and the silver carp.

When carp fishing, it's best to be familiar with the habits of these fish to increase your chances of success. If you want to find carp, look for lakes and ponds where the water temp is more than 60F and less than 70F. This is their ideal habitat. Colder waters, such as those below 50F, cause the carp to stop feeding. It's better to concentrate on fishing for carp in warmer waters. Another thing to keep in mind is that carp like to shelter under manmade or natural cover and you have a better chance of finding them if you search these areas. Just about any type of vegetation that overhangs the shoreline is a good choice as well as floating plants such as water lilies. Piers and bridges also offer them good cover. A good rule of thumb is to find out more about the location in which you plan to fish so you have a better chance of getting a good spot where carp hang out.

Carp fishing is a sport that takes some skill and patience, and you have to learn the right techniques to catch these suspicious and tricky fish. In any case, persevere. Hook up with some experienced carp fishers and see what tips they can offer you. Before you know it, novice carp fishers will be coming to you for advice.

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