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Common carp — printable fact sheet
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Common carp
Cyprinus carpio
The common carp is a large, omnivorous freshwater fish native to Europe and Asia, but now found on every continent except Antarctica due to extensive introductions. It has a robust, deep-bodied form with barbels on either side of its upper jaw and typically displays a brassy, go…
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- Some common carp have been known to live for over 40 years in captivity, making them one of the longest-lived freshwater fish species.
- Common carp can recognize individual humans and be trained to feed from their hands. They have been selectively bred for centuries, resulting in ornamental varieties like koi. Their sensitivity to water quality makes them useful indicators for environmental monitoring.
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