Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
(Silver Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID5903
Impact TypeOther
Study TypeAnecdotal
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionThe suppression of gizzard shad and bigmouth buffalo by silver carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix) could lead to economic and commercial effects. Bigmouth buffalos are a popular among southern fishers and gizzard shad are frequently used as bait.
Reference40662
Great Lakes RegionNo
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