Crucian crowned national fish of Japan!

The crucian carp has been named the national fish of Japan, after being chosen in a public vote.

The fish, which is found in rivers and lakes across the country, was selected from a shortlist of five species.

In a statement, the Ministry of the Environment said: "We would like to express our gratitude to all those who participated in the vote."

The ministry added that it would make further efforts to protect and promote the carp.

SomeReports say that the ministry is considering designating the carp as a national treasure.

Scientists discover new species of crucian!

A new species of crucian carp has been discovered in the waters of southern England, according to scientists from the University of Bristol.

The fish, which has been named Carassius auratus gibelio, is a sub-species of the common carp and is thought to have evolved in the area over the last few thousand years. It is thought that the new species is better adapted to the warmer climates found in southern England than its northern cousins.

The discovery was made as part of a study into the genetic diversity of British crucian carp. The research, which was funded by Angling Trust and Fish Legal, involved sequencing the DNA of more than 1,000 fish from across Britain.

The results of the study showed that there are in fact three distinct species of crucian carp – C. auratus gibelio, C. auratus auratus and C. carassius - each with their own unique set of DNA sequences.

Dr David McDonald, lead author of the study, said: "This research shows that our native crucian carp are far more diverse than we previously thought and that we need to do more to protect these iconic fish."

The discovery could have implications for how these fish are managed by fisheries managers in the future.

Anglers reel in record-breaking crucian!

A group of anglers have landed a record-breaking crucian carp, thought to weigh in at over five pounds.

The fish was caught from a lake in Northamptonshire by experienced angler Simon Fry, who was using a borrowed pole and line.

"We were all absolutely delighted when Simon reeled in the crucian," said fellow fisherman David Hincks. "It was easily the biggest one we've ever seen in that lake."

The previous record for crucian carp caught in Britain is just over four and a half pounds, so Fry's monster catch is a real achievement.

"This fish is a real testament to the hard work and dedication of British anglers," said fisheries expert Alan Harriman. "There's no doubt that this new record will inspire others to go out and catch their own big carp."

Rare crucian caught on video in Japan!

Rare video footage of a crucian carp has surfaced in Japan. The fish, which is usually only found in Europe and North America, was spotted swimming in a river in Fukushima Prefecture.

This is the first time that a crucian carp has been seen in Japan in almost 100 years. It's believed that the fish may have hitched a ride to Japan on a boat from Europe.

The video footage of the crucian carp was captured by a local man who was out for a walk near the river. He said that he was surprised to see the fish swimming there and quickly filmed it before it disappeared back into the water.

So far, there's no word on whether or not anyone has managed to catch the rare crucian carp.

mystifying creatures - the crucian

The crucian, Carassius carassius, is a fresh water fish that is found in Europe. This fish has a mystifying and strange appearance which has led to it being given many different names over the years. The most common name for this fish is crucian carp.

This fish has a deep, olive green body that is covered in small scales. It has two barbels (whiskers) on its chin and a long, thread-like dorsal fin that runs along its back. The most distinctive feature of the crucian carp is its huge, orange-red head which is scaleless and almost bald.

The origins of the name "crucian" are unknown, but it may be derived from the Latin word "carassius", meaning "big head". Another possibility is that it comes from the Dutch word "kruisje", meaning "little cross". The name "carp" may come from the Greek word "karpos", meaning "fruit".

The crucian carp was first described by Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus in 1758. He named it after the Carassius auratus, a goldfish that was introduced into Europe from Asia in the 1500s.

The crucian carp is found throughout Europe, where it inhabits slow-moving streams, rivers and ponds. It can also be found in lakes and reservoirs. This fish grows to a length of around 60 cm (24 in) and can weigh up to 5 kg (11 lb).

The crucian carp is a omnivorous species that feeds on both plant and animal matter. Its diet includes aquatic plants, seeds, small crustaceans, insects and other invertebrates.

This fish is a popular food fish in Europe and is considered to be a tasty delicacy. It can be eaten fresh or smoked.