In 1970s, silver carp were brought to the US for aquaculture. Now the jumping fish threaten a $20 billion Great Lakes industry

Invasive silver carp are rapidly approaching the Great Lakes, raising alarm over potential ecological and economic damage. The recent detection of hundreds of young fish in the Illinois River has sparked concerns about their harmful impact on plankton, which could disrupt native species and aquatic food webs. Their notorious jumping behavior also poses risks for recreational boaters. To combat this threat, a $1.

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