👉 Ichthyophilus is a genus of fish in the family Cyprinidae, which includes the common carp (Cyprinus carpio) and other freshwater fish species. Ichthyophilus is characterized by its large size and elongated body shape, with a distinctive color pattern that ranges from white to black or brown. The genus also contains several subspecies of ichthyophilus, each with specific characteristics and adaptations for survival in their respective habitats.