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What is the lifespan of a grass carp?

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It depends entirely on the size of the pond, the condition of the water (eg temperature oxidation and how clean it is)

The average life span of them is about 60 years old but Koi can live for centuries. The longest living koi was over 200 years old.

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The oldest koi carp was named Hanako and died in 1977 aged 226 years old however they can live to be around 60 but it isn't uncommon for them to live longer.

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Carp can live up to 50+years
they live about 12 years

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Grass Carp can reach a size of at least 35 to 40 lb. in ponds in mid-western states. Their life expectancy is 8 to 12 years. Some do live longer

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