Carassius gibelio |
You see, the Prussian Carp, which actually originated in Siberia and not Germany, is the wild ancestor to our domesticated Goldfish. Around 1,000 years ago these fish were selectively bred in China to become the colorful aquarium fish that are so prevalent around the world. Like their domestic progeny, Prussian Carp have also spread from their native habitat, and can now be found in rivers and ponds across Europe and Asia.
Prussian Carp are medium sized members of their family, measuring up to 1.5ft long and weighing up to 6lbs. They have an omnivorous diet, feeding off of plant matter as well as various small invertebrates.
As adults, the Prussian Carp have a grey, greenish color. But when they are younger they tend to be more golden, which is where the inspiration for the domestication may have some from.
IUCN Status : Not Listed
Location : Asia, Europe
Size : Length up to 18in (45cm)
Classification : Phylum : Chordata -- Class : Actinopterygii -- Order : Cypriniformes
Family : Cyprinidae -- Genus : Carassius -- Species : C. gibelio
Family : Cyprinidae -- Genus : Carassius -- Species : C. gibelio
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