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Bighead Carp

Hypophthalmichthys nobilis

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Illustration of Bighead Carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis)

The Bighead Carp has a large head and a deep, laterally compressed body. This species is known for its rapid growth and can weigh over 100 pounds.

Habitat
Prefers large rivers and reservoirs.
Diet
Filter feeder, consuming plankton and small organisms.
How common
Common

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