How Big Can a Crucian Carp Grow in One Year? A Full Analysis of Its Growth Rate

Wild crucian carp can grow to about several tens of grams in one year, which is about 1 liang. If raised in a pond, it can grow 150-200 grams in one year. If raised in small lakes and reservoirs with abundant natural food and relatively fertile water, it can grow more than 250 grams in one year. If it is a new breed of cultured crucian carp, such as Xiangyun crucian carp, the largest individual fry can reach 750 grams in the same year.

1. What are the other names for crucian carp?

The crucian carp is also called daozhi fish, with common names such as jiguazi, yuejizai, tuji, xitou, fuyu, hanfu, xitou, jike, and heji. It is a fish of the genus Carassius in the family Cyprinidae. Its head resembles that of a small carp, its body is streamlined (also called fusiform), its belly and abdomen are moderately large and its back is raised; its caudal fin is deeply forked, the dorsal part of its body is silvery gray with a slight yellow luster, the abdomen is silvery white with a slight yellow tinge, and all fins are grayish white.

2. When is crucian carp at its most plump and delicious?

Crucian carp is at its most plump and delicious from February to April and from August to December, especially in March and April, when the flesh is thick and there are many roe, and the taste is delicious. It is one of the important edible fish in China, and is produced year-round in waters throughout the country, mostly in the Yellow River basin, Yangtze River basin, and Pearl River basin. It moves, feeds, and rests underwater, with a habitat depth of 0-20 m.