Where Does Black Carp Live?

Black Carp lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Black Carp

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Prefers deeper, slow-moving sections of large rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, but can be found in a variety of depths.

Environment

Large rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, often with abundant mollusk populations. Tolerant of a wide range of water conditions, including turbid waters.

Geographic range

Native to major rivers of eastern Asia, including the Amur, Yangtze, Pearl, and Yellow Rivers. Introduced to many countries worldwide for aquaculture and biological control, including the United States, where it is considered an invasive species.

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