Crucian Carp
Carassius carassius — Wild ancestor of the goldfish; extremely cold-tolerant, pond fish.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Carassius carassius |
|---|---|
| Type | schooling |
| Adult size | 18" |
| Minimum tank | 200 gal |
| Group size | 3+ |
| Temperament | peaceful |
| Temperature | 40-72°F |
| pH | 6.5-8.0 |
| GH | 5-15 |
| Diet | Pellets, veg, worms, algae |
| Swimming zone | all |
| Care level | easy |
| Plant-safe | No |