Cyprinidae Collection (page 3)

Side view of a dead chub fish with large mouth and eye and broad body shiny silver and grey scales with a white and peach underbelly

Siamese flying fox (Epalzeorhynchus siamensis), tropical freshwater fish, side view

A pair of Giant scissortails (Rasbora caudimaculata), tropical freshwater fish

Paedocypris progenetica (male)
This is one of the smallest known vertebrate, reaching only 7.9mm in length, discovered on the Indonesian Island of Sumatra. Photographed by Dr. Ralf Britz

Paedocypris progenetica (female)
This is one of the smallest known vertebrate, reaching only 7.9mm in length, discovered on the Indonesian Island of Sumatra. Photographed by Dr. Ralf Britz

LS Plate 116 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 139 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 129 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 164 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Carassius auratus, carassin
LS Plate 169 from the John Reeves Collection. John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Cyprinus auratus, goldfish
Plate 121 from the John Reeves Collection. John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Catfish
Drawing no 114 by Alfred Russel Wallace

Cyprinus carpio, koi carp
This large omnivorous freshwater fish can be found the world over

Cheilopogon sp. flyingfish

Ictalurus punctatus, river catfish
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby

Upeneichthys lineatus, blue-lined goatfish
Watercolour 373 by Thomas Watling entitled barrang ang, from the Watling Collection

Colourful illustration of five fish, two lobsters and a crab
Plate 53 from Louis Renards Poissons, Ecrevisses et Crabes, Vol 2, 1754. This was the earliest known work on fish to be produced in colour

Cyprinid fish
Specimen jar containing tropical freshwater cyprinid fish from Indonesia, held at the Natural History Museum, London

Danionella dracula, minnow
SEM image of the Danionella dracula. This tiny 17mm fish has evolved many unique and unusual characteristics, the most spectacular of which are jaw modifications that resemble true teeth

Carassius auratus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Page of drawings of goldfish made in Canton c. early 19th century under the supervision of John Reeves, who commissioned many such drawings

Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio) adult, feeding at surface of water in marshland,s Albufera De Mallorca Natural Park, Muro and Sa Pobla, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, September

Crucian Carp (Carassius carassius) adult, swimming, Sussex, England

Common Bleak (Alburnus alburnus) three adults, swimming, Sussex, England

Vairone (Telestes muticellus) two adults, swimming, Italy, august

South European Roach (Rutilus rubilio) two adults, swimming, Italy, august

Vairone (Telestes muticellus) adult, swimming, Italy, august

Fish - Dace (Leuciseus leuciseus)

Horse Barbel (Barbus tyberinus) adult, swimming, Italy, august

Cavedano Chub (Squalius squalus) young, swimming, Italy, august

Carp fishery, Israel
Carp fishery. School of carp (family Cyprinidae) in a pool at a fishery. Photographed at the Maagan Michael kibbutz, Coastal Plains, Israel

European Chub - in habitat
RD-59 European Chub - in habitat Squalius cephalus Latin formerly Leuciscus cephalus Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

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"Cyprinidae: A Diverse Family of Aquatic Wonders" From the shimmering Silver Pomfret fish delicately resting on a vibrant banana leaf to the majestic Carp gracefully swimming in the oxbow lake of Switzerland's Aare River, the Cyprinidae family showcases an array of captivating aquatic species. Meet the Common Barbel, known as Barbus barbus, with its sleek body and distinctive barbels that help it navigate through freshwater habitats. And let us not forget about Gobio gobio, or the charming Gudgeon, a small but mighty fish found in European rivers and streams. Plate 130 from the John Reeves Collection unveils yet another member of this remarkable family - Cyprinus hybiscoides, commonly known as common carp. Its robust physique and striking scales make it a true beauty to behold. Meanwhile, Cyprinus auratus steals hearts with its golden allure; these goldfish have been cherished for centuries for their ornamental value. For those seeking unique features, look no further than Bubble Eye Goldfish (Carassius auratus) with their enchanting upward-pointing eyes adorned by two large fluid-filled sacs. These fascinating creatures are sure to captivate any observer. Venturing into China's culinary traditions brings us face-to-face with Chinese Grass Carp or White Amur (Ctenopharyngodon idella). Farmed for food purposes in China, these herbivorous giants contribute significantly to local cuisine while also serving as natural weed controllers in water bodies. Witness nature's perfect harmony when encountering Kingfishers like Alcedo atthis. Males take flight after diving into water and emerge triumphantly clutching a delectable feast such as Common Roach (Rutilus rutilus), showcasing both beauty and prowess simultaneously. Lastly, we encounter Blicca bjoerkna or Silver Bream - an elegant fish found in European waters.