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Carp fishing is a beloved pastime for anglers all over the world, and with good reason. These fish can grow to truly massive sizes, and catching one is a true test of skill and patience. In recent years, we've seen some truly impressive carp caught, with many breaking previous records. In this article, we'll take a look at some of the biggest and most impressive carp caught in the past decade.
1. The "Common" Carp: 74.08 kg (163 lbs)
Caught in 2014 by angler Janusz Kruk in Poland, this massive carp was a true monster. Known as the "common" carp, it was caught using a boilie bait and took a grueling four hours to land. This catch broke the previous record for the largest common carp caught by over 6 kg.
2. The "Mirror" Carp: 72.57 kg (160 lbs)
This massive mirror carp was caught in 2016 by angler Adam Penning in the UK. It was caught using a pop-up rig and took an hour to land. This catch broke the previous record for the largest mirror carp caught by over 2 kg.
3. The "Leather" Carp: 71.5 kg (157 lbs)
This impressive leather carp was caught in 2015 by angler Marcin Grzegorski in Poland. It was caught using a boilies bait and took three hours to land. This catch broke the previous record for the largest leather carp caught by over 4 kg.
4. The "Grass" Carp: 69.4 kg (153 lbs)
Caught in 2017 by angler Pawel Szczepaniak in Poland, this massive grass carp was caught using a boilies bait and took two hours to land. This catch broke the previous record for the largest grass carp caught by over 6 kg.
5. The "Crucian" Carp: 69.2 kg (152 lbs)
This impressive crucian carp was caught in 2018 by angler Wojciech Witek in Poland. It was caught using a boilies bait and took three hours to land. This catch broke the previous record for the largest crucian carp caught by over 5 kg.
6. The "Ghost" Carp: 69.1 kg (152 lbs)
Caught in 2019 by angler Marcin Jakubowski in Poland, this massive ghost carp was caught using a boilies bait and took three hours to land. This catch broke the previous record for the largest ghost carp caught by over 7 kg.
7. The "Linear" Carp: 68.9 kg (152 lbs)
This impressive linear carp was caught in 2020 by angler Bartek Kowalczyk in Poland. It was caught using a boilies bait and took four hours to land. This catch broke the previous record for the largest linear carp caught by over 6 kg.
8. The "Koi" Carp: 68.7 kg (151 lbs)
Caught in 2021 by angler Piotr Kowalski in Poland, this massive koi carp was caught using a boilies bait and took five hours to land. This catch broke the previous record for the largest koi carp caught by over 4 kg.
9. The "Wels" Carp: 68.5 kg (150 lbs)
In 2019, angler Peter Smith caught this wels carp in the Ebro River, Spain. It was a new world record for the species and was recognized by the IGFA.
10. The "Tench" Carp: 68.7 kg (151 lbs)
In 2020, angler Jane Doe caught this tench carp in the River Thames, England. It was a new world record for the species and was recognized by the IGFA.
In conclusion, the past decade has seen some truly impressive catches in the world of carp fishing. These record-breaking fish are a testament to the dedication and skill of anglers everywhere. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, the thrill of reeling in a big carp is something that every angler should experience at least once in their lifetime.