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Last Updated on 16.07.10
The Crucian (Carassius auratus)
It has a flat body and big silvery scales. A very prolific fish, is largely spread and appreciated for the taste of its meat. The crucian is a very stout fish, that is why we can encounter it in waters with low oxygen level, while other fish can't. It has probably appeared in the Danube Delta by accident following the flood of the 70'. Its usual weight is of 500-800 grams and the minimum size of a caught crucian is of 15 cm.
The lure used for sport fishing: the worm, polenta, bread, etc.
Fishing places in Danube Delta - Caraorman: it is fished in places with low stream or even lacking stream, such as Crisan-Caraorman.
Fishing period: The same as the carp, starting from June and up to October.
The Crucian Carp
Is veru much similar to the crucian, having the same characteristics, but it rather prefer the clearer and more oxygenated waters. The crucian carp’s body is more flat and dark colored than the crucian’s. Until the 70's when the crucian appeared, the crucian carp used to be a fish aught on a regular basis. The minimum size is of 17 cm.
The lure used for sport fishing: worm, polenta, bread crumbs , little worms etc.
Fishing places in Danube Delta - Caraorman: In the places with low stream or still waters such as, flooded channels, lakes, marshes.
Fishing period in Delta: just as the crucian’s, starting with June and up till October.
