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Protecting Northern Michigan's ​Water Resources

Invasive Carp – How You Can Help

  • Don’t move live fish from one location to another.
  • Never use wild-caught baitfish in waters other than where they came from. 
  • Learn to identify invasive carp and the features that distinguish young carp from gizzard shad and other minnows.
  • Drain lake or river water from live wells and bilges before leaving any body of water. 
  • Follow all state rules to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
  • If you think you found an invasive carp, freeze the fish in a sealed plastic bag, note the date and location, and call your local department of natural resources or environmental quality.
    (See contact information below.)
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Contact List

Illinois:
• Department of Natural Resources, Division of Fisheries at (217) 785-4501

Indiana:
• Department of Natural Resources, Division of Fish and Wildlife at (317) 234-3883

Michigan:
• Department of Natural Resources, Fisheries Division at (517) 284-5830 or Michigan DNR Invasive Carp Page

Minnesota:
• Department of Natural Resources at (651) 259-5131

New York:
• Department of Environmental Conservation at (518) 402-8894

Ohio:
• Department of Natural Resources at (614) 265-6346

Pennsylvania:
• Department of Environmental Protection at (814) 217-9636

Wisconsin:
• Department of Natural Resources, Division of Water at (262) 574-2149

Ontario:
• Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry/Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters – Invading Species Awareness Program Hotline at 1-800-563-7711

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Photo: USFWS