Ctenopharyngodon idella
Ctenopharyngodon idella
(Grass Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID3147
Impact TypeFood Web
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionThe moderate control of vegetation by Grass Carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) was found to improve aquatic habitats for Tench Tinca tinca as clearings resulting from Grass Carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) grazing allowed Tinca tinca to feed on zooplanton more successfully
Reference15367
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationUnited Kingdom

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