Bighead carps are filter-feeding fish that produce a certain pressure of undercurrents when they suck and blow water. Just now, the bobber movement was likely caused by these big fish blowing water, Zhang Yang thought.
Tensing up, Zhang Yang kept a close eye on the subtle movements of the bobber until the bait completely dissolved. Only then did he gently lift the fishing rod and attach another bait ball to the hook on the leader line, this time significantly smaller than the previous one.
Not only was the bait ball smaller, but Zhang Yang also applied more force when baiting. This way, when the bait entered the water, it would take a longer time to dissolve, giving the big, experienced bighead carps more opportunities to eat.
Some might wonder, since it's Zhang Yang's first time here and he hasn't caught a fish from start to finish, how does he know about the old, large bighead carps in the water?
