Freshwater Fish of Connecticut
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
🏆 Connecticut State Record
Common Carp Freshwater
Harvest43 lb 12 ozMichael Hudak · 2012 · Connecticut River, Hartford
Catch & Release42"Michael Hudak · 2012 · Connecticut River, Hartford
Common Carp Saltwater
Catch & Release42"Michael Hudak · 2012 · Connecticut River, Hartford
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Also called: Carp, European Carp
Identification
Large, heavy body with two barbels and big scales; golden-bronze coloration.
Habitat
Lakes, rivers, and ponds, especially silty or vegetated areas.
Behavior
Bottom rooter; wary and very strong.
How to Catch
Corn, dough baits, and boilies on the bottom; fly anglers pursue carp on the fly.
Notes
Grows huge and fights hard.
Where to find Common Carp in CT
- Connecticut River — Hartford/Middle Haddam Hartford / Haddam
- Hanover Pond Meriden
- Hopeville Pond Griswold
- Quinnipiac River North Haven / New Haven