Naked carp reach a maximum length of 48 cm (1.57 ft) and are typically 300–500 g (0.66–1.10 lb) at reproductive age.
They feed mostly on benthic zooplankton about 2 m (6.6 ft) below the surface, though they also feed on other aquatic invertebrates.
They have long, flat bodies and almost no scales except near the anus and shoulder girdle, which gives them their common name.
They grow relatively slowly and may take 7–10 years to reach reproductive size.
Naked carp reach a maximum length of 48 cm (1.57 ft) and are typically 300–500 g (0.66–1.10 lb) at reproductive age. They feed mostly on benthic zooplankton about 2 m (6.6 ft) below the surface, though they also feed on other aquatic invertebrates. They have long, flat bodies and almost no scales except near the anus and shoulder girdle, which gives them their common name. They grow relatively slowly and may take 7–10 years to reach reproductive size.
Gymnocypris przewalskii