Specimen Information

Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
(Silver Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Specimen ID1757678
GroupFishes
GenusHypophthalmichthys
Speciesmolitrix
Common NameSilver Carp
StateMO
CountyCape Girardeau
LocalityCastor River Diversion Channel
Mapping AccuracyAccurate
HUC8 NameWhitewater
HUC8 Number07140107
HUC10 NameHubble Creek
HUC10 Number0714010706
HUC12 NameHeadwater Diversion Channel
HUC12 Number071401070604
Map
Collection Year2017
Year AccuracyActual
Reference 1
Ref. Number:40437
Author:Stell, E., J.J. Hoover, L. Fuller, and G.R. Parsons
Date:2020
Title:Analyzing leap characteristics and water escape velocities of silver carp using in situ video analysis
Journal:North American Journal of Fisheries Management
Volume:40
Issue:1
Pages:163-174
CommentsOver two summer samplings, there were 9 usable recordings and 9 captures
Record TypeLiterature


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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2025]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [4/29/2025].

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