Carp
Other Names:
European carp, Common carp, Koi carp
Scientific Name:
Cyprinus carpio
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Rudie Kuiter
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Carp
Research
Carp virus updates
June 19, 2024
5 min read
The NCCP research phase is the largest feasibility assessment of a biological control agent undertaken in Australia.
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Engaging People
Join me in the middle of the MDB – A day in the life of a fish researcher
December 18, 2023
Discover the rescue of the elusive Olive perchlet, a rare fish species in the Murray-Darling Basin, by a dedicated fish researcher.
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Native Fish
How have Australian fish changed over the past few decades?
October 20, 2023
MDB study shows some native fish numbers improve, but overall decline persists. Adaptive actions key for survival.
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Fish Habitats
Monitoring and managing fishways – what happens after construction?
August 3, 2023
Fishways at Koondrook & Cohuna weirs aid fish passage, but adjustments needed to curb juvenile Carp migration.
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Fish Habitats
Trout and trout stocking: acknowledging the harm, finding the balance
June 26, 2023
Alien trout in Australia threaten native fish, with dire impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem health.
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Environmental flows
What have the recent floods meant for the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth?
April 5, 2023
Floods rejuvenate Murray River's ecosystem, balancing freshwater and marine life, raising debates on future water management.
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