Which one of the following is an exotic carp species?
A
Barbus stigma
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B
Cyprinus Carpio
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C
Labeo bata
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D
Cirrhinus mrigala
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Solution
The correct option is BCyprinus Carpio Carps are oily fresh water fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae. Cyprinus Carpio or Common Carp or Koi is an exotic variety of carp that are bred and domesticated for ornamental purposes.