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Cyprinus rubrofuscus

Cyprinus rubrofuscus

The Cyprinus rubrofuscus, also known as the red-finned carp, is a colorful fish that loves to swim in ponds and lakes. They have bright orange and red fins that make them easy to spot in the water!

Habitat: Freshwater lakes and ponds

Appearance

The Cyprinus rubrofuscus has a robust body adorned with vibrant, iridescent scales in striking patterns of red, white, black, orange, and gold. Its distinctive barbels around the mouth help it stand out from other freshwater fish.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassActinopterygiiOrderCypriniformesFamilyCyprinidaeGenusCyprinus
Cyprinus rubrofuscus
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Cyprinus rubrofuscus

Category

Fish

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Koi fish can be taught to eat gently from your hand, showing how friendly they can become!

Some Koi fish have names reflecting their beautiful, unique patterns, like 'Kohaku' or 'Sanke'!

The oldest recorded Koi fish lived to be an astonishing 226 years old!

They are actually a domesticated form of the Amur carp, not a completely wild species!

Special abilities

Ability

Living Jewels

Cyprinus rubrofuscus has dazzling patterns and colors because of selective breeding, helping them stand out beautifully in ponds.

Ability

Bottom Feeder Sense

Cyprinus rubrofuscus can find food in muddy waters because of sensitive barbels near its mouth, helping them detect prey.

Ability

Temperature Tolerant

Cyprinus rubrofuscus can survive in varying water temperatures because of its hardy carp genetics, helping them adapt to seasons.

Ability

Ancient Life

Cyprinus rubrofuscus has an incredibly long lifespan because of its genetic makeup, allowing it to live for many decades.

Measurements & details

Length
30-90 cm
Weight
1-15 kg
Lifespan
20-50 years
Swim Speed
8 km/h
Maximum Depth
10 m
Water Type
Freshwater

Diet & Feeding

Koi are omnivores, munching on a mix of plants, insects, and small water creatures from the pond bottom.

Primary Foods

  • algae
  • aquatic plants
  • insect larvae
  • worms
  • small crustaceans
  • commercial pellets

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

depends on

Humans

Homo sapiens

Needs human care for food and shelter in ponds.

eaten by

Grey Heron

Ardea cinerea

Preys on fish in shallow waters, especially smaller Koi.

eaten by

Eurasian Otter

Lutra lutra

Skilled hunter of fish in freshwater habitats and ponds.

eats

Bloodworm

Chironomus plumosus

Consumes larvae and pupae from the pond substrate.

Traits

Also known as

Red-finned Carp

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always be careful near water and ask an adult before going swimming.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Cyprinus rubrofuscus?

30-90 cm

How much does Cyprinus rubrofuscus weigh?

1-15 kg

How long does Cyprinus rubrofuscus live?

20-50 years

What does Cyprinus rubrofuscus eat?

Koi are omnivores, munching on a mix of plants, insects, and small water creatures from the pond bottom.

How fast can Cyprinus rubrofuscus swim?

8 km/h

Where is Cyprinus rubrofuscus usually found?

Freshwater lakes and ponds

How does Cyprinus rubrofuscus hunt?

Foraging

How deep can Cyprinus rubrofuscus go?

10 m

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