Image Bank - Fishes
Common Carp/Carpe,Swimming
Reference |
IB0875 |
Category |
Fishes |
Family Name |
European Carp - CYPRINIDAE - CARPS |
Common Name |
Common Carp/Carpe,Swimming |
Scientific Name |
Cyprinus carpio |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
The European Carp is now found throughout southern Australia and is well established in the Murray-Darling river system. Its ability to withstand high water temperatures and low oxygen levels means that it thrives in poor river conditions. Source : Swainston’s Fishes of Australia |