Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
46.203, -118.996
Field Notes
Description:
The common carp (Cyprinus carpio) is a widespread freshwater fish of eutrophic waters in lakes and large rivers in Europe and Asia.[2][3] The wild populations are considered vulnerable to extinction, but the species has also been domesticated and introduced into environments worldwide, and is often considered an invasive species.[2] It gives its name to the carp family: Cyprinidae. It is on the List of the world's 100 worst invasive species.
Habitat:
Slough
Notes:
Very active jumpers!
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