Australians scorn this fish once adored by monks and kings

By Paul Humphries, Associate Professor in Ecology, Charles Sturt University
Katie Doyle, Freshwater Ecologist, Charles Sturt University

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 its popularity overseas, and among catch-and-release anglers and koi enthusiasts, carp in Australian rivers cause significant damage to aquatic…

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