Common Carp Cyprinus carpio

Identification
This fish has large scales and barbels near the mouth.

Location
Common statewide

Size
5 to 30 pounds

Diet
It feeds on plants detritus and invertebrates.

Habitat
It occurs in lakes rivers and ponds.

Activity Period
Year round

Behavior
It stirs sediment while feeding. It is active year round.

Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in spring.

Population
The population is abundant statewide.

History
It was introduced from Europe.

Human Interactions
It often interacts with humans in urban waters.

Facts
It is considered invasive in many regions.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Plants detritus small invertebrates | Lakes rivers ponds | Statewide