Common Carp

Common Carp have two pairs of barbels near their mouth. Brassy yellow to golden brown or dark-olive sides, with white belly. Some red on their tail and anal fin. Dark spot at the base of each scale.

common carp illustration by Joseph R. Tomelleri.

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About This Species

Native to Europe and Asia, it was intentionally introduced into North America in 1800s.

Fish
Cyprinus carpio