Mylopharyngodon piceus
Mylopharyngodon piceus
(Black Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID5194
Impact TypeFood Web
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionEcosystem models developed for the Great Lakes also revealed that Black Carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) could pose significant predation pressure and ultimately impact the food web by altering energy pathways
Reference37895
Great Lakes RegionYes
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