Koi Carp
(Cyprinus rubrofuscus)
Koi Carp are cold freshwater fish which are found in ponds around the world due to their ability to adapt to different living conditions and environments.
FUN FACTS
Animal Class: Ray-finned Fishes.
Distribution: They are an ornate domesticated variant of the Common Carp so as such, they don’t have their own natural range.
Habitat: Fresh bodies of water.
Diet: Algae, plants, insects, seeds and worms.
Appearance: They are very brightly coloured varying from red, white and black.
Size: Can reach up to 15 inches long.
Lifespan: 15+ years.
CONSERVATION STATUS
Not Evaluated
Population Trend
Unknown
Threats
Unknown
Population
Unknown
Did you know?
Koi Carp were originally taken to Japan as a food source and they were developed by farmers who recognised their bright colours and that’s why we have the varieties we have today!
See our Koi Carp!
We have plenty of Koi Carp in the lake, next to the Lakeside Restaurant. Please do not feed the fish as they are on strict diets and can get very poorly.
Zoo – 01924 235276 / office@ponderosa-centre.co.uk
Lakeside Restaurant – 01924 404604 / lakeside@ponderosa-lakeside.co.uk
Day Care – 01924 404154
Ponderosa Zoo, Off Smithies Lane, Heckmondwike, WF16 0PN
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