Common carp mainly prefer the weed type for feeding:

Correct option is D

Correct Answer: (d) Tender shoots
Explanation:
→ Common carp (Cyprinus carpio) is an omnivore but shows strong feeding preference for tender plant shoots, soft macrophytes, young leaves and detritus.
→ These are easily digestible and rich in minerals and vitamins needed for growth.
Information Booster:
→ Carp also feed on benthic organisms, insect larvae, and plankton, but soft submerged vegetation forms a major part in weed-infested ponds.
Additional Information:
(a) Algal blooms: Used occasionally but not primary feed.
(b) Filamentous algae: Less preferred due to lower digestibility.
(c) Floating weeds: Not a major natural food item.