Carp Bream
Image: Микова Наталия (Public domain)
NameCarp Bream
Scientific NameAbramis brama
Common NamesCarp Bream, Bream
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEurope, Western Asia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)150
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-75
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesEuropean Perch, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Larger Minnows
Description
The Carp Bream is a large, deep-bodied freshwater fish with silvery scales, native to temperate waters across Europe and Western Asia. It is an omnivorous bottom feeder, consuming a diet of invertebrates, insect larvae, and some plant matter. Due to its significant adult size and schooling behavior, it requires very large aquariums or, more commonly, ponds.
