Carassius auratus

on the British Database of World Flora and Fauna

Additional information about Carassius auratus from our database

Common Name(s)	Goldfish
Genus Synonyms
Species Synonyms
Description
UK Status	Introduced
Species Citation/Source	(Linnaeus, 1758)

Taxonomic status of Carassius auratus

	Super Group	Standard Group	Sub Group	Infra / Tribe / Sub Tribe Group
Kingdom		Animalia
Phylum		Chordata	Vertebrata	Gnathostomata
Class	Osteichthyes	Actinopterygii	Neopterygii	Teleostei
Order	Ostariophysi	Cypriniformes
Family	Cyprinoidea	Cyprinidae
Genus		Carassius

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Specific range of Carassius auratus in the British Isles

Much of the Flora and Fauna of the British Isles is found in abundance throughout the entire nation however some species are more particular in their habitat requirement. Where specific information is available Carassius auratus can be observed in the following locations. These fall into two classifications (i) Specific Areas or (ii) Nature Reserves, National Parks or other associated attractions.

Specific Areas
Nation	Area	Specific Location

Nature Reserves or other attractions where you can see Carassius auratus
Nation	Area	Attraction
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