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Updated (2006-early 2011) biological synopsis of bighead carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis) and silver carp (H. molitrix) / by R. Kipp, B. Cudmore, and N.E. Mandrak.Fs97-4/2962E-PDF

"Bighead Carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis) and Silver Carp (H. molitrix) (collectively known as bigheaded carps) have been introduced worldwide from their native ranges in eastern Asia. They were introduced in the United States in the early 1970s. Subsequently, the distribution of both species expanded throughout the Mississippi River basin. Currently, authorities are concerned about their potential to invade the Great Lakes via waterways connected to the Mississippi River watershed, live trade, or other pathways. This biological synopsis is intended to update information on these species, specifically focussing on literature written between 2006 and early 2011. It outlines the invasion histories, taxonomy, ecology, and impacts of these species. This report emphasizes the longevity, physiological tolerance, diet, fecundity, adaptability, dispersal potential, and impacts of Bighead Carp and Silver Carp where they have been studied"--Abstract, page v.

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Department/Agency
  • Canada. Department of Fisheries and Oceans, issuing body.
  • Centre of Expertise for Aquatic Risk Assessment (Canada), issuing body.
TitleUpdated (2006-early 2011) biological synopsis of bighead carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis) and silver carp (H. molitrix) / by R. Kipp, B. Cudmore, and N.E. Mandrak.
Series title
  • Canadian manuscript report of fisheries and aquatic sciences, 0706-6473 ; 2962
Publication typeMonograph - View Master Record
Language[English]
FormatDigital text
Electronic document
Note(s)
  • ISSN of series should read: 1488-5387.
  • Includes bibliographical references (pages 24-35).
  • Includes abstracts in English and French.
Publishing information
  • Burlington, ON : Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Centre of Expertise for Aquatic Risk Assessment, 2011.
  • ©2011
Author / Contributor
  • Kipp, Rebekah Marie, 1982- author.
Description1 online resource (v, 51 pages) : illustrations (some colour), colour maps.
Catalogue number
  • Fs97-4/2962E-PDF
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