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Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) vs Thazard-bâtard

Carassius auratus comparé à Acanthocybium solandri

Taxonomy & Classification

Attribut Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) Thazard-bâtard
Nom scientifique Carassius auratus Acanthocybium solandri
Ordre Cypriniformes Scombriformes
Famille Cyprinidae Scombridae
Conservation Status Least Concern Least Concern

Physical Traits

Attribut Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) Thazard-bâtard
Longueur maximale 45,0 cm 250,0 cm
Poids maximum 2,0 kg 83,0 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. Iridescent dark blue-green back with a silvery-white belly; distinct blue or grey vertical tiger-like bars and spots along the flanks that fade quickly after death; fins dusky.

Habitat & Environment

Attribut Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) Thazard-bâtard
Type d'eau Brackish Saltwater
Plage de profondeur 0-20m 0-20m
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 … Circumglobal in tropical and subtropical waters of all major ocean basins. Favors clear offshore waters around oceanic islands, reef drop-offs, and current edges in the …
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 … Pelagic

Aquarium Suitability

Attribut Poisson rouge(=Cyprin doré) Thazard-bâtard
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) Thazard-bâtard
Poisson de pêche sportive Oui Oui
Cote de combativité 8/10
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.

Thazard-bâtard

Delicate, flaky white flesh with a mild, sweet flavor and very low fat. Among the finest-tasting sport fish; best grilled, seared, or served as ceviche to preserve its subtle flavor.

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.

Thazard-bâtard

The wahoo is one of the fastest fish in the ocean, capable of reaching speeds of 97 km/h. Its elongated, torpedo-shaped body and razor-sharp teeth make it an efficient pelagic predator found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide.

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