We all know what Carps are. In many countries, these are scavengers. Carps are generally disliked by many as they destroy vegetation in rivers and lakes. They breed quickly and can endure vast environment changes. This explains why while Carps are about the only species of fish found in warm as well as cold countries.

In more developed countries, Carps are not food fish. However, in many developing countries, especially in Asia, they are bred as table fish, and can be quite a delicacy.

However, in some countries such as the U.K., they are prized as sportfish. Some anglers even specialize in catching carps alone… and there has been stories of Carps being caught on flies as well.

Well, back to one of my favorite countries, Thailand. Thailand is fast growing as one of the freshwater fishing capital of Asia. However, it also offers superb saltwater fishing for Sailfish, Marlins and Trevallys as well as other species in the beautiful oceans surrounding the country. Phuket, off the Andaman Sea, is a popular saltwater fishing destination for many anglers. However, in the last few post, we’ve been focused on Freshwater fishing in some of the fishing resorts like Bungsamran and IT Monster. Here are two pictures sent by one of our favorite guides, Wuttichai Khuensuwan (nickname Fishing Boy), of some giant Siamese Carps caught by his clients.

If you thought that Freshwater Fishing was about ultra light rods and 6 lbs line, think again. These monsters will take 15-20lb lines to subdue, especially considering that most of the time, you’re not fishing alone. Anything lighter and the risk of breakage or tangled lines with fellow anglers will be increased, thus increasing the odds that the fish will escape to fight another day.

Enjoy the pictures!

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