Australians scorn this fish once adored by monks and kings

In many parts of Europe, the common carp is a prized table fish. But the common carp (Cyprinus carpio) is arguably Australia’s most vilified fish. Nicknamed the “river rabbit” for its prolific breeding, carp is blamed for degrading rivers, lakes and billabongs. Despite i...

🔗 Read more: https://theconversation.com/australians-scorn-this-fish-once-adored-by-monks-and-kings-276278

#News #Biology #Energy #Policy #Environment #Academic