Impact ID | 6649 |
Impact Type | Disease/Parasites/Toxicity |
Study Type | Observational |
Study Location | Field |
Impact Description | Ctenopharyngodon idella introduced the Asian tapeworm Bothriocephalus acheilognathi to freshwater systems in Mexico. It should also be noted that the grass carp has introduced this parasite to every continent except Antartica. |
Reference | 42029 |
Great Lakes Region | No |
Cost | |
Location | Mexico |