Carassius auratus
Carassius auratus
(Goldfish)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID4311
Impact TypeHabitat Alteration
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationLaboratory
Impact DescriptionCarassius auratus decreased vegetation cover through foraging as well as physically displacing plants through uprooting.
Reference15403
Great Lakes RegionNo
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [12/1/2024].

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