Common carp can grow to a maximum length of 5 feet (1.5 m) and a maximum weight of over 80 lb (37.3 kg). Dorsal spines (total): 3 - 4; dorsal soft rays (total): 17 - 23; anal spines: 2 - 3; anal soft rays: 5 - 6; vertebrae: 36 - 37. Pharyngeal teeth 1, 1, 3:3, 1,1, robust, molar-like with crown flattened or somewhat furrowed. Scales large and thick. `Wild carp ’ is generally distinguished by its less stocky build. Very variable in form, proportions, squamation, development of fins, and color. Caudal fin with 3 spines and 17-19 rays. Last simple anal ray bony and serrated posteriorly; 4 barbels; 17-20 branched dorsal rays; body grey to bronze.