Crucian carp – protected species, fishing prohibited
Crucian carp · Carassius carassius
Size: can reach 64 cm and 3 kg (usually much smaller)
- Carp-like, with a more arched back; WITHOUT barbels
- Smaller scales than the carp; greenish-brown back, pale flanks and belly
- Ponds and marshes with mud and vegetation; survives in oxygen-poor water -- a protected species
Rules on natural waters
Release it immediately
A protected species: fishing for it is forbidden all year in natural waters.
Species closed season: all year
The rules above are for natural waters (rivers, lakes, the Danube), where you also need a permit. On a private lake the lake's rules apply: many are catch & release or have their own limits.
Fishing spots with crucian carp (15)
Based on the species listed on each spot's page; counties with the most spots first.