A western Iowa fisherman can put his name in the fish-tory book after reeling in a world-record-breaking catch.

SIOUX CITY, Iowa (WHO) – A fish caught in Sioux City, Iowa, over the summer has been named a world record catch. The fish, a grass carp, was caught at Bacon Creek Park on Aug. 10, 2025, by Jakob S.

Connecticut crowned a new freshwater heavyweight champion after Rafal Wlazlo landed a massive 45-pound 8-ounce common carp from Lake Lillinonah on May 25. The fish not only broke the state record for ...

A well-designed carp rig montage can significantly improve your presentation and increase the chances of catching carp. With the right setup and technique, anglers can make their fishing sessions more ...

Carp get mixed reviews in this country. Some anglers — more than people may even realize — are obsessed with them. If you assess these bottom feeders based purely on the sizes they reach and the ...

Riley Farden of New Plymouth, Idaho recently arrowed the biggest carp of his life. On Sunday, June 8, Farden decided to go fishing on the Snake River, which straddles the Oregon-Idaho border. He grew ...

Carp fishing requires patience, the right setup, and effective techniques. This content highlights helpful tips and insights that anglers use to improve their chances of catching carp and enjoying a ...

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Last week, a man caught the largest freshwater fish ever recorded in Connecticut: a 45-pound, 8-ounce common carp. According to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) ...