Ctenopharyngodon idella
Ctenopharyngodon idella
(Grass Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID3146
Impact TypeWater Quality
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionThe stocking of Grass Carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) resulted in increased turbidity and chlorophyll A in 3 of 4 lakes studied.
Reference15652
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationFlorida

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [4/25/2024].

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