Floodplain Wetlands as Nurseries for Silver Carp, Hypophthalmichthys Molitrix: A Conceptual Model for Use in Managing Local Populations

Abstract

This study summarizes recent observations of silver carp, Hypopthalmichthys molitrix, in small wetlands of the Lower Mississippi River and suggests management actions for their control based on wetland hydrology and pattern of fish movements.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA474757

Entities

People

  • Catherine E. Murphy
  • Jan J. Hoover
  • K. Jack Killgore
  • Krista A. Varble
  • Steven G. George

Organizations

  • Engineer Research and Development Center

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Fisheries
  • Habitats
  • Wildlife

Readers

  • Aquatic Ecology
  • Wetland-Land-Environmental Management.