Cyprinus carpio
Cyprinus carpio
(Common Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID4826
Impact TypeWater Quality
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionIn Kohlman Lake, Minnesota areas with common carp increased sediment mixing depths 2.5 times greater (13.0 +/- 3.7 cm) than areas without common carp. The increase in mixing depth increased the amount of mobile phosphorus available for release by 55–92%, which could negatively affect the efficacy of nutrient management programs.
Reference37272
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationKohlman Lake, Minnesota

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