Silver Carp
Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
Silver Carp are invasive Asian carp known for their dramatic jumping behavior when startled by boat motors. They are filter feeders that consume plankton and can grow quite large.
Silver Carp at a glance
- Scientific name
- Hypophthalmichthys molitrix
- Typical size
- 24-39 inches, 30-60 lbs
- Water
- Freshwater
- Habitat
- Exotic
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Rare
Habitat
Silver Carp inhabit rivers, lakes, and reservoirs throughout much of the Mississippi River system and connecting waterways. They are considered a nuisance species and anglers often encounter them while bowfishing or when they jump into boats after being startled.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a silver carp through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksSilver Carp questions people ask
Silver Carp is Hypophthalmichthys molitrix.
A typical silver carp runs 24-39 inches, 30-60 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every silver carp you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Silver Carp inhabit rivers, lakes, and reservoirs throughout much of the Mississippi River system and connecting waterways. They are considered a nuisance species and anglers often encounter them while bowfishing or when they jump into boats after being startled. It is a fresh water species, filed under exotic in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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