Hypophthalmichthys nobilis
Hypophthalmichthys nobilis
(Bighead Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID2527
Impact TypeCompetition
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionStudy results may suggest that Asian carps are influencing native planktivore body condition. Gizzard Shad and Bigmouth Buffalo body condition declined significantly with increases in commercial harvest of Asian carps (linked to density and biomass).
Reference17189
Great Lakes RegionNo
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [4/19/2024].

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