Asian carp closing in on the Great Lakes

With Asian carp moving further up tributaries to the Great Lakes, researchers conclude that it is likely this invasive species will establish itself in the smaller waterways and coastline regions of the lakes. These regions are ideal spawning grounds for Asian carp, which pose a great risk to the native species that already rely on these waterways.

The two major species of carp, bighead and silver, have adapted well due to the water temperature and latitude ranges for their native grounds in Asia and the Mississippi River basin being virtually alike.

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