Question

Which is not a major carp?

• A. Cirrhinus mrigala
• B. Labeo rohita
• C. Puntius tieto
• D. Ctenopharyngodon idella

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Puntius tieto

A. Cirrhinus mrigala, known as the white carp, is a ray finned fish.

B. Labeo rohita, commonly known as Rohu, is a carp fish found in rivers of South Asia.

C. Puntius tieto is a small and freshwater fish. It belongs to family Cyprinidae.

D. Ctenopharyngodon idella is known as the grass carp. In aquaculture, it is reported to have largest production.

Hence, Puntius tieto is not a major carp. So, the correct answer is 'Puntius tieto'.