Specimen Information

Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
(Silver Carp)
Fishes
Exotic

Specimen ID262085
GroupFishes
GenusHypophthalmichthys
Speciesmolitrix
Common NameSilver Carp
StateLA
CountyIberia
LocalityShark Bayou, Cypremort Point area [~4 mi SE of Weeks]
Mapping AccuracyAccurate
HUC8 NameVermilion
HUC8 Number08080103
HUC10 NameWeeks Bayou-Frontal Vermilion Bay
HUC10 Number0808010304
HUC12 NameBayou Cypremort-Frontal Vermilion Bay
HUC12 Number080801030406
Map
+
Collection Day28
Collection Month7
Collection Year2009
Year AccuracyActual
Potential Pathwayescaped captivity aquaculture
Statusunknown
CommentsJumped in boat. See voucher photo.
Record TypePersonal communication
Freshwater/MarineBrackish
Number Collected1
Photo
Hypophthalmichthys molitrix


Disclaimer:

The data represented on this site vary in accuracy, scale, completeness, extent of coverage and origin. It is the user's responsibility to use these data consistent with their intended purpose and within stated limitations. We highly recommend reviewing metadata files prior to interpreting these data.

Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [12/4/2024].

Contact us if you are using data from this site for a publication to make sure the data are being used appropriately and for potential co-authorship if warranted.

For general information and questions about the database, contact Wesley Daniel. For problems and technical issues, contact Matthew Neilson.