For More Information on Silver Carp:
US
Fish and Wildlife Service, Wisconsin office
Oklahoma
Department of Wildlife Conservation |
Distribution:
Lakes and rivers across the U.S.
Origin:
Asia
Characteristics:
Silvery, heavy-bodied fish with large head, upturned mouth, small scales,
eyes forward in lower portion of head (projecting somewhat downward), and
a keel on belly from anus to near bases of pectoral fins
Impacts:
Competes with native paddlefish and young sport fish for food
Management:
The Game and Parks Department is asking anglers to report any sightings
of the fish to them immediately to help control them
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