Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
(Silver Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID2074
Impact TypeWater Quality
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationLaboratory
Impact DescriptionThe increase in nutrient levels can be explained by the amount of feces excreted by Silver Carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix) can excrete their own weight in 10 days. This increase in nutrient level and sediment enrichment ultimately has a negative effect on water quality.
Reference15162
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationHungary

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