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· Freshwater · 2026 season
Common Carp size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut inland waters (statewide; managed lakes differ) | Open year-round | No size limit | 5, only 1 over 30 in |
Exact CT DEEP wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- None
- Limit
- 5, only 1 of the 5 fish may be greater than 30 inches
- Inland waters — as printed
- “Common Carp: Daily Creel Limit: 5, only 1 of the 5 fish may be greater than 30 inches”
Source: CT DEEP, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the common carp
Species of fish
The common carp, also known as European carp, Eurasian carp, or simply carp, is a widespread freshwater fish of eutrophic waters in lakes and large rivers in Europe and Asia. The native wild populations are considered vulnerable to extinction by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), but the species has also been domesticated and introduced into environments worldwide, and is often considered an invasive species, being included in the list of the world's 100 worst invasive species. It gives its name to the carp family, Cyprinidae.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Common Carp in Connecticut?
No size limit in Connecticut state waters.
How many Common Carp can you keep per day in Connecticut?
5, only 1 over 30 in.
When is Common Carp season in Connecticut?
Open year-round.
Is my Common Carp a keeper today?
Common Carp has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 5.