Carps and minnows · Cyprinidae
Sabre carp
Pelecus cultratus
May be keptNative
- Typical size
- 20–35 cm
- Maximum size
- 60 cm
- Minimum size to keep
- 20 cm
- Daily limit
- 3 kg
Closed season
Statutory period: 15 April – 31 May
All closed seasonsAbout
A sabre-shaped fish with a straight back and an upturned mouth – a characteristic species of Lake Balaton. It cruises in shoals near the surface, feeding on insects and small fish. Caught with light float rigs or tiny spinners.
Spawning season
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May – spawning
- June – spawning
- July
- 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.
