Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) vs Coryphène commune
Carassius auratus comparé à Coryphaena hippurus
Taxonomy & Classification
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Coryphène commune |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Carassius auratus | Coryphaena hippurus |
| Ordre | Cypriniformes | Carangiformes |
| Famille | Cyprinidae | Coryphaenidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Physical Traits
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Coryphène commune |
|---|---|---|
| Longueur maximale | 45,0 cm | 210,0 cm |
| Poids maximum | 2,0 kg | 40,0 kg |
| Couleur | Brilliant orange to deep golden-yellow body with a metallic sheen across all scales; domesticated forms range from white, yellow, and red to black and calico bicolor combinations. | Dazzling iridescent blue-green and gold flanks; males have a blunt squared-off head; flanks flicker golden-yellow to electric blue when alive, fading to dull gray-green at death. |
Habitat & Environment
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Coryphène commune |
|---|---|---|
| Type d'eau | Brackish | Saltwater |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-20m | 0-85m |
| Aire de répartition | Originates from rivers and lakes of eastern China and possibly Korea; domesticated for over 1,000 years. Wild relatives inhabit slow rivers, ponds, and slightly brackish … | Worldwide in tropical and subtropical oceanic waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans. Highly pelagic; gathers around floating sargassum mats, current lines, and thermocline … |
| Habitat | Ponds, lakes, slow rivers across East Asia; introduced worldwide. Tolerates wide temperature range (10-30°C) and turbid water. Prefers shallow, vegetated areas with soft substrates. Domestic … | Neritic, pelagic, coral reefs |
Aquarium Suitability
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Coryphène commune |
|---|---|---|
| Taille minimale de l'aquarium | 150 L | — |
| Température | 10-24 | — |
| Plage de pH | 6.0-8.0 | — |
| Niveau d'entretien | Easy | — |
| Tempérament | Peaceful | — |
Informations sur la pêche
| Attribut | Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) | Coryphène commune |
|---|---|---|
| Poisson de pêche sportive | Oui | Oui |
| Cote de combativité | — | 7/10 |
| Record du monde | — | — |
| Teneur en mercure | — | — |
Cuisine & Edibility
Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré)
Not consumed — a classic ornamental aquarium and pond fish; its vivid color and hardy nature make it one of the world's most popular decorative species.
Coryphène commune
Firm, slightly sweet flesh with large, moist flakes and low fat. Excellent grilled, blackened Cajun-style, or in tacos; one of the most popular sport fish for the table.
Species Overview
Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré)
The goldfish was one of the first fish to be domesticated, with selective breeding in China dating back over 1,000 years. Despite common misconceptions, goldfish can live 10-15 years with proper care and require far more space than a small bowl.
Coryphène commune
The mahi-mahi, also known as dorado or dolphinfish, is among the most colorful pelagic fish in the ocean. Its iridescent blue, green, and gold body fades rapidly after death. It is a fast-growing species, rarely living beyond five years.
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