👉 Conking is a term used in the context of the science of zoology, specifically in the field of ichthyology. It refers to the process by which certain species of fish develop a distinct pattern or structure on their skin, known as a coning or cone. Conking can occur in different stages and variations within an individual fish species, with some fish developing a unique pattern that is not found in other forms of fish. Conking is often observed in freshwater fish such as carp, til
