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Hoven's carp
Leptobarbus hoevenii
Overview
Leptobarbus hoevenii, Hoven's carp, mad barb or sultan fish, is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Leptobarbidae, the cigar barbs.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Earthworms
Effective near the bottom in slow currents.
- Grasshoppers
Good for surface feeding in grassy areas.
- River Shrimp
Natural food source; highly effective.
- Small Crabs
Try near rocks and structure.
- Bread
Cheap and effective for chumming/baiting
Artificial Lures
- Rapala Original Floater 07CrankbaitBuy
Mimics small fish, works well in shallow water.
- Mepps Aglia #3SpinnerBuy
Flashy and attracts attention in murky waters.
- Zoom Trick WormSoft PlasticBuy
Texas rigged, effective near submerged structures.
- Strike King Red Eye ShadLipless CrankbaitBuy
Vibrations trigger strikes in stained water.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal MinnowJerkbaitBuy
Twitch and pause retrieve near cover.
Techniques
Fish near submerged logs and vegetation, as Hoven's carp are often found foraging in these areas; use a slow, deliberate retrieve.
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Where to Find Hoven's carp
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Hoven's carp?+
Popular baits for Hoven's carp include Earthworms, Grasshoppers, River Shrimp, Small Crabs, Bread. Tip: Fish near submerged logs and vegetation, as Hoven's carp are often found foraging in these areas; use a slow, deliberate retrieve.
Where can I catch Hoven's carp?+
Hoven's carp can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia; Aceh, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Hoven's carp get?+
Hoven's carp (Leptobarbus hoevenii) can reach up to 100 cm in length and 10 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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