Carassius auratus
Carassius auratus
(Goldfish)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID6927
Impact TypeRecreation
Study TypeAnecdotal
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionIn the United States, large numbers of goldfish are cultured as bait, as forage for sport fishes, and as young fish that are then sold in the aquarium trade, mostly as live food (i.e. feeder fish) for carnivorous ornamental fishes.
Reference821
Great Lakes RegionNo
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2026]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [7/9/2026].

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