The Threat of Grass Carp to the Great Lakes handout

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The Threat of Grass Carp to the Great Lakes
The Threat of Grass Carp to the Great Lakes
The Threat of Grass Carp to the Great Lakes

Grass Carp is an invasive species that threatens the Great Lakes. It can consume up to 40% of its body weight in aquatic vegetation daily. If established, it would have severe ecological and economic impacts. The Great Lakes are worth $13.8 billion annually and would experience significant economic losses if Grass Carp were to establish.

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Invasive Species Centre