Carps and minnows · Cyprinidae
Grass carp
Ctenopharyngodon idella
May be keptNon-native
- Typical size
- 50–90 cm
- Maximum size
- 150 cm
- Minimum size to keep
- none
- Daily limit
- no national limit
There is no general closed season for this species, but local fishing rules may set one.
About
A herbivore introduced from East Asia to control water weed. A strong, stubborn fighter and a favourite of carp anglers. Caught on sweetcorn, reed leaves, bread and boilies; it rarely reproduces naturally in Hungary.
Waters with grass carpSpawning season
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June – spawning
- July – spawning
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
The closed seasons and size limits shown here are the national (general) rules in Hungary. Some waters – such as Lake Balaton, Lake Velence or Lake Tisza – and local fishing rules may set different, stricter limits; always check the local rules before fishing.
