Carp
Cyprinus carpio
The carp (Cyprinus carpio) is one of the most well-known freshwater fish species in Europe and Asia. It inhabits most types of water, where it prefers warm, vegetated environments with soft bottoms. Carp are omnivorous fish that feed on aquatic plants, invertebrates, insect larvae, and organic matter found in the sediment. The species includes several domesticated varieties collectively known as koi and farmed carp, with the most popular food forms being mirror carp, common carp, leather carp, and fully scaled carp. The original wild form of carp is the sazan, which is characterized by a more streamlined body and full scaling. Carp has significant culinary importance in many European countries. In Central and Eastern Europe, especially in Poland, the mirror carp is a traditional Christmas Eve dish, commonly served fried, baked, or in aspic. Thanks to its adaptability, rapid growth, and economic value, carp remains one of the most widely farmed freshwater fish in the world.
Minimum size: 30 cm
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