🟢 How Carp Feed – And Why It Matters to Your Bait Choice 🟢
Carp are opportunistic feeders with highly developed senses, which is exactly why the right bait can make all the difference on the bank.
👃 Sense of smell first
Carp rely heavily on smell and taste rather than sight. Their barbels and mouths are packed with taste receptors, allowing them to detect food even in murky water. That’s why natural attractors like CSL, chilli, and properly prepared particles are so effective.
🐟 Feeding styles change with conditions
In warmer months, carp feed confidently and actively, rooting through the lakebed for seeds, nuts, and grains.
In colder water, they feed more cautiously and in shorter spells, favouring smaller, easily digestible food items.
🪱 They forage, not just pick
Carp don’t just eat a single bait and move on — they grub about, sifting through silt and gravel. Particle mixes like maize, hemp, and buckwheat encourage prolonged feeding, keeping fish in your swim longer.
⚖️ Consistency builds confidence
Introducing the same bait regularly helps carp recognise it as a safe food source. High-quality, properly prepared particles reduce risk to the fish and increase your chances of repeat visits.
At Jurassic Particles, we prepare our baits with carp behaviour in mind — clean, safe, and packed with natural attraction to help you make the most of every session.
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