Crucian Carp
Carassius carassius
The crucian carp is a medium-sized member of the carp family Cyprinidae. It occurs widely in northern European regions. Its name derives from the Low German karusse or karutze, possibly from Medieval Latin coracinus.
- Scientific name
- Carassius carassius
- Family
- Cyprinidae
- IUCN status
- LC