Recent studies on the genetic relationships of Australian carp indicate that there have been several separate successful introductions of carp. The carp introduced to the Sydney area and …

Carp are a large freshwater fish native to central Asia. Introductions in many countries have helped to make carp the most widely distributed freshwater fish in the world. They are …

European Carp (Cyrpinus carpio), or common carp, are an invasive freshwater pest of Australia’s inland waters. Carp populations in Australia are increasing due to favourable climatic …

Aug 14, 2022 · Carp are one of the worst introduced pests in Australia and have negative impacts on water quality and biodiversity, according to the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and …

In November 2022, the FDRC published the National Carp Control Plan (NCCP). It made several findings. If successful, the carp virus could reduce carp populations by approximately 40–60%. …

While a popular angling species in Europe, in Australia the carp is considered a pest by most anglers. The exact date of the carp’s initial introduction to Australia is unclear. Some records …

In Australia, carp are generally rare at high altitude and uncommon in clear, fast-flowing streams. Juvenile carp are usually found strongly associated with aquatic plants in marsh areas or river …

Carp in Australia now have roles as predators, prey, competitors and habitat modifiers that affect other species and ecological processes. Carp cause their main environmental impacts through …

Present distribution in Australia: Carp occupy most of the southeast Australian mainland, with isolated populations in Tasmania and Western Australia. Only Northern Territory is free of …

Jan 29, 2023 · Carp (Cyprinus carpio) is a species of freshwater fish that was introduced to Australia in the early 19th century as a potential food source. However, it quickly became an …