Cyprinus Collection

Cyprinus carpio, or Common Carp. Date: 1879

Cyprinus hybiscoides, common carp
Part of LS Plate 166 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

Danube gudgeon, Gobio gobio 156, crucian carp, Carassius carassius 157 and bream, Abramis brama 158
FLO5004808 Danube gudgeon, Gobio gobio 156, crucian carp, Carassius carassius 157 and bream, Abramis brama 158. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of

Barbel, Barbus bearded 153, tench, Tinca tinca 154, and Prussian carp or goldfish, Carassius auratus auratus 155
FLO5004799 Barbel, Barbus bearded 153, tench, Tinca tinca 154, and Prussian carp or goldfish, Carassius auratus auratus 155

Common carp, Cyprinus carpio carpio (Rondeletian carp, Cyprinus rondeletii)
FLO4683350 Common carp, Cyprinus carpio carpio (Rondeletian carp, Cyprinus rondeletii). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Chinese fishermen using cormorants to catch fish on a river 190, and golden carp species, harlequin 188 and sulphur carp 189

Alver, nase, Prussian carp, and fishing
Alver, Alburnus alburnus 179, nase, Chondrostoma nasus 181, Prussian carp, Carassius gibelio 182, and fishermen enjoying fishing on the Seine at Paris with rod, line, hook and nets

Danube gudgeon, crucian carp and bream
Danube gudgeon, Gobio gobio 156, crucian carp, Carassius carassius 157 and bream, Abramis brama 158. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History

Barbel, tench and goldfish
Barbel, Barbus barbus 153, tench, Tinca tinca 154, and Prussian carp or goldfish, Carassius auratus auratus 155. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of

Common carp and fishermen hauling in a net from the beach
Common carp, Cyprinus carpio carpio 151, and fishermen and fishwives hauling in a large net from a bay. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History

Common carp and three fishermen fishing with
Common carp, Cyprinus carpio 149, and three fishermen fishing with rod, net and line for carp in a river. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural

Silver salmon and common carp (vulnerable)
Silver salmon, Salmo salar, Salmo hamatus, and common carp, Cyprinus carpio, vulnerable. Handcolored engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Oudart from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire

Common carp, Cyprinus carpio carpio. Vulnerable
Common carp, Cyprinus carpio carpio (Rondeletian carp, Cyprinus rondeletii). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Common carp (vulnerable), bronze carp and goldfish
Common carp, Cyprinus carpio (vulnerable), bronze carp, Carassius carassius, and goldfish, Carassius auratus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Miss Coignet after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel

Bream, Abramis brama (Cyprinus brama). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J. Rivington, London, 1802-1808

Dace, Leuciscus leuciscus (Cyprinus leuciscus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Gudgeon, Gobio gobio (Cyprinus gobio). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J. Rivington, London, 1802-1808

Roach, Rutilus rutilus (Cyprinus ritulus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Eurasian minnow, Phoxinus phoxinus (Minow, Cyprinus phoxinus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Rudd, Scardinius erythrophthalmus (Red eye, Cyprinus erythrophthalmus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C

Barbel, Barbus barbus (Cyprinus barbus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J. Rivington, London, 1802-1808

Common bleak, Alburnus alburnus (Cyprinus alburnus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Ide, Leuciscus idus (Chub, Cyprinus jeses). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Tench, Tinca tinca (Cyprinus tinca). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J. Rivington, London, 1802-1808

Wild common carp, Cyprinus carpio. Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Tench, ide, gibel carp and Indian humphead
Tench, Tinca tinca 1, ide, Leuciscus idus 2, gibel carp, Carassius auratus auratus 3, and Indian humphead, Kurtus indicus 4

Carp and perch varieties
Carp, Cyprinus carpio 1, 2, barbel, Barbus barbus 3, pike-perch, Sander lucioperca 4, and European perch, Perca fluviatilis 5

The Carp, from A Treatise on Fish and Fish-ponds, pub. 1832 (hand coloured engraving)
3471578 The Carp, from A Treatise on Fish and Fish-ponds, pub. 1832 (hand coloured engraving) by Albin, Eleazar (fl.1713-59); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Carp, from A Treatise on Fish and Fish-ponds, pub. 1832 (hand coloured engraving)

Tench, Tinca tinca, and carp, Cyprinus carpio.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G

Picture No. 10732459
Koi Carp with skin cancer (Cyprinus carpio) Date:

Goldfish variety, Carassius auratus (Previously
Goldfish variety, Carassius auratus. (Previously named Telescope carp, Cyprinus Buphthalmus.). Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw

Illustration of Leather Carp (Cyprinus carpio), European freshwater fish

Picture No. 11051701
Common Carp leather variety European freshwaters Date:

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

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

Mirror Carp

Kujaku Koi
Orange Kujaku variety Koi (Japanese: literally " brocaded carp" ), are ornamental domesticated varieties of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio)

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"Cyprinus: A Diverse Family of Aquatic Marvels" Cyprinus, a genus of fish, encompasses various fascinating species that captivate both anglers and nature enthusiasts alike. Among them is the Cyprinus carpio, commonly known as the Common Carp. With its distinctive scales and powerful swimming abilities, this species has become a prized catch for many fishing enthusiasts worldwide. Another member of the Cyprinus family is the Cyprinus hybiscoides, also referred to as the common carp. Sharing similarities with its cousin, this species showcases remarkable adaptability in different aquatic habitats. In contrast to these larger counterparts lies the enchanting Cyprinus auratus - none other than our beloved goldfish. Renowned for their vibrant colors and graceful movements, these ornamental fish have captured hearts across cultures for centuries. Tench (Tinca tinca) and carp (Cyprinus carpio) are two more notable members of this diverse family. Often found together in freshwater environments, they form an integral part of ecosystems while providing thrilling angling opportunities for those seeking a challenge. Venturing into Asia's rivers reveals yet another intriguing aspect of cyprinids' existence – Chinese fishermen skillfully employing cormorants to aid them in catching fish on flowing waters. This traditional method exemplifies harmonious coexistence between humans and nature throughout history. The world beneath the water's surface holds even more surprises within this vast family. Alver, nase, Prussian carp - each with unique characteristics - contribute to biodiversity while offering exhilarating experiences for avid anglers pursuing new challenges. Exploring further downstream brings us face-to-face with Danube gudgeon, crucian carp, and bream – three distinct species showcasing their resilience amidst changing river conditions. Their presence reminds us of nature's ability to adapt and thrive against all odds. Barbel, tench, and goldfish add a touch of elegance to the Cyprinus family.