Zapping Away 38,700 Pounds of Carp in Grand River’s Waters!

Conservationists from MDC, USFWS, and Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks removed a staggering 38,700 pounds of invasive carp from the Grand River.

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Strategic carp removal enhances river habitats and provides vital data for future commercial operations.

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The invasive carp, notorious for rapid reproduction, threaten native fish by consuming crucial resources.

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The majority of the removed carp were silver, with a few bighead and grass carp interspersed.

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Native fish, accidentally caught, were meticulously counted and returned to their aquatic home.

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USFWS partners will continue hydroacoustic surveys to estimate the impact on the carp population.

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The data will enable MDC scientists to monitor post-removal effects and validate the project’s success.

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The removed carp will be marketed by a commercial fishing business, ensuring no wastage.

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Learn more about the invasive carp and conservation efforts on MDC's dedicated page.

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