The first step to stopping invasive Asian carp is recognizing them. Here’s what every angler should know

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Grass carp

GRASS CARP

Also featuring large scales that appear cross-hatched, grass carp have a short dorsal fin and small eyes that sit in line with the mouth. Unlike non-invasive common carp, their mouth is jawed (not suckered), and they don’t have barbels. Mostly black to olive-brown in colour, they can weigh more than 80 pounds and push the tape to five feet. They feed mostly on aquatic plants.

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