Fossil Cyprinid
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NameFossil Cyprinid
Scientific NameCyprinidae sp.
Common NamesFossil Cyprinid, Fossil Carp
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginLaos, Xiengkhouang Province, Ban Ban
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Max Size (Inches)7
Water TypeN/A
Temperature Range (°F)N/A
pH RangeN/A
Description
This specimen is a fossilized fish from the Cyprinidae family, found in Ban Ban, Xiengkhouang Province, Laos, and dating to the Miocene epoch (approximately 10 million years ago). As a fossil, it is not a living aquarium fish, and therefore typical care parameters are not applicable. The provided values for temperament, diet, and care level are general characteristics of the Cyprinidae family, not specific to this fossil.
