Species guide
How to catch Mud carp
Cirrhinus molitorella
freshwaterCyprinidae
The mud carp is a freshwater fish found commonly across Asia. It has a fusiform body shape and typically inhabits shallow to moderately deep waters. This species mainly feeds by grazing on aquatic and terrestrial plants.
Where they live
Found in freshwater habitats across Asia, often in depths ranging from 5 to 20 meters. Frequently recorded in rice field environments where they are sometimes farmed.
Typical size
Up to about 55 cm
What they eat
- aquatic plants
- terrestrial plants
- detritus
- small shrimps
- worms
Best baits
- plant-based bait
- earthworms
- small shrimp
Best lures
- soft plastic lures
- small spinnerbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- float fishing in shallow waters
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