Triploid Grass Carp for Aquatic Plant Control,
Abstract
Aquatic plants are often needed in ponds, lakes and streams to ensure bottom stabilization and provide cover and food for aquatic and semi-aquatic animals. In the United States, the reduction or elimination of unwanted aquatic plants has developed into a major and costly task. Unwanted aquatic plants can be controlled by several methods or combinations of methods: water level manipulation, mechanical (physical) removal, application of chemicals, and introduction of plant-eating animals (biological control). The introduction of animals (primarily insects or herbivorous fish) that feed on aquatic vegetation has the advantage of providing relatively low-cost, long-term control, with few or no detrimental side effects when properly stocked. The grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella), a native of eastern Asia appears to be well suited for use in vegetation control.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA322967
Entities
People
- James P. Clugston
- Jerome V. Shireman