Qinghai Spotted Naked Carp

Qinghai Spotted Naked Carp

　　Qinghai Spotted Naked Carp, also known as the big-mouth fish, is a freshwater species of the naked carp genus in the carp family. It is primarily found in the Yellow River section within Maduo County, Qinghai Province, as well as in freshwater lakes such as Zhaling Lake and Eling Lake. It has also been discovered in the Naiqi River system of the Qaidam Basin. The fish has rich, fatty flesh that is tender and nutritious, but its roe is toxic and not edible. In addition to being eaten fresh, the fish can be dried, cured, smoked, and made into canned products for longer storage and wider distribution.