Grass Carp Impact Vegetation Balance in Candlewood Lake

/ Published in Aquatic Invasive Species, Aquatic Plant Management
Triploid grass carp can eliminate many types of aquatic vegetation, but can also be a nuisance as they consume beneficial vegetation as well.
At 8.4 square miles, Candlewood Lake in Western Connecticut is the largest lake in the state. It is a popular year-round tourist destination, and the area is home to many second homes of New York City residents. The lake has an ongoing problem with the growth of eelgrass and Eurasian milfoil in the shallower areas.