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Common carp
Carp fishing is increasingly popular in Oregon as carp can be surprisingly difficult to catch and put up a good fight when hooked. They are also excellent table fare when properly prepared.
![angler holding a large common carp](/sites/default/files/styles/400x240/public/2021-06/Common%20carp.jpg?h=ce24aa18&itok=wyiRy9Fu)
The mainstem sockeye fishery will close as of Friday, June 28 due to high effort and catch rates.
Carp fishing is increasingly popular in Oregon as carp can be surprisingly difficult to catch and put up a good fight when hooked. They are also excellent table fare when properly prepared.