Species guide
How to catch Hoven's carp
Leptobarbus hoevenii
freshwaterLeptobarbidae
Hoven's carp, also known as the golden shark or mad barb, is a freshwater fish native to Asia. It has an elongated body and can grow up to 100 cm long. This species primarily feeds on seeds, insects, and zooplankton, with adults consuming more plant matter.
Where they live
Found in shallow freshwater regions in Asia, typically at depths up to 3 meters. Prefers habitats where it can feed on seeds from terrestrial plants and hunt insects and small aquatic animals.
Typical size
Up to about 100 cm
What they eat
- terrestrial insect seeds
- aquatic insects
- zooplankton
- plant seeds
Best baits
- insect larvae
- plant-based bait
- worms
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- insect imitations
- spinners
How to fish for them
- float fishing
- bottom fishing
- light lure casting
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