Fishes
The king of calm waters
Amur carp
Amur carp is widespread in the fresh waters of East Asia. It is known for its bland taste and bones, which is why locals rarely consume it, except when steamed.
Characteristics
Order:
Cypriniformes
Family:
Cyprinidae
Scientific name:
Cyprinus rubrofuscus
Habitat:
Wetlands
Origin:
Asia
Current trend:
Increase
Number of individuals in the world:
Unknown
Lifetime:
15-20 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
A giant in the water
Eurasian carp
Common carp is native to Europe and Asia. It has a rich history of cultivation, dating back to Roman times. It can reach large sizes. It prefers larger stagnant waters and can survive in water with low oxygen levels.
Characteristics
Order:
Cypriniformes
Family)
Cyprinidae
Scientific name:
Cyprinus carpio
Habitat:
Wetlands
Origin:
Europe and Asia
Current trend:
Unknown
Number of individuals in the world:
Unknown
Lifetime:
20-30 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
Beauty at the bottom of the aquarium
Bronze corydoras
The bronze mullet is a type of freshwater fish in the catfish family that is often kept as an aquarium fish. In nature, it is found in calm, shallow waters with a soft bottom, but it also inhabits running water.
Characteristics
Order:
Siluriformes
Family:
Callichthyidae
Scientific name:
Corydoras aeneus
Habitat:
Wetlands
Origin:
South America
Current trend:
Unknown
Number of individuals in the world:
Unknown
Lifetime:
about 10 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
Elegance under water
Blue leopard corydoras
The spotted mudfish is a type of catfish, also known as the spotted catfish. This type of catfish is an excellent choice for an aquarium, as it is a hardy, beautiful and peaceful fish. It prefers an aquarium with plants and a temperature between 16 and 24 degrees Celsius.
Characteristics
Order:
Siluriformes
Family:
Callichthyidae
Scientific name:
Corydoras paleatus
Habitat:
Wetlands
Origin:
South America
Current trend:
Unknown
Number of individuals in the world:
Unknown
Lifetime:
5-7 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
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