Centuries ago the carp became the most common table fish in Europe. Quality has been improved by selective breeding and its farming is more economical than most of the salmonids. Wild fish are popular with anglers, while the koi carp are much prized ornamental fish. The author's experience in carp farming began about 60 years ago. He has recorded his vast practical experience in this very readable and delightfully illustrated book. It is a comprehensive guide to farming carp in temperate waters whether for food, sport or ornament.
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Centuries ago the carp became the most common table fish in Europe. Quality has been improved by selective breeding and its farming is more economical than most of the salmonids. Wild fish are popular with anglers, while the koi carp are much prized ornamental fish. The author's experience in carp farming began about 60 years ago. He has recorded his vast practical experience in this very
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table carp, carp farmer, carp farming, wintering ponds, induced breeding, trout pellets, size carp, fry pond, brood fish, wild carp, mirror carp, small carp, growing pond, breeding fish, carp pond, large carp, stocking density, warm water fish, table fish Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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- Koi: A Handbook on Keeping Nishikigoi by Servaas de Kock in Back Matter
- Diseases of Carp and Other Cyprinid Fishes (Fishing News Books) by David Hoole on page 7
- The Carp: Biology and Culture (Springer Praxis Books / Aquaculture and Fisheries) by R. Billard in Back Matter
- Goldfish Breeding and Genetics by J. Smartt in Back Matter
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