Ctenopharyngodon idella
Ctenopharyngodon idella
(Grass Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID6658
Impact TypeOther
Study TypeAnecdotal
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionCtenopharyngodon idella is being widely introduced throughout the United States to control aquatic vegetation in lakes and ponds.
Reference1048
Great Lakes RegionNo
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [11/21/2024].

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