| Impact ID | 6054 |
| Impact Type | Disease/Parasites/Toxicity |
| Study Type | Anecdotal |
| Study Location | N/A |
| Impact Description | Bighead Carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis) is also known to be host of Bothriocephalus acheilognathi, known as the Asian Carp Tapeworm. This cestode parasite, introduced into United States waters from Grass Carp, erodes mucus membranes and intestinal tissues, often leading to death of the host. |
| Reference | 41388 |
| Great Lakes Region | No |
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