Beware Of Flying Carp

We’ve seen a few videos of these Asian carp in action, but never heard of them breaking jaws!

“Jodi had just fired at a fish when a second fish, about 12 pounds came out of the water to her right and struck her in the side of the face. Her initial reaction was “I’m hurt”. She was immediately taken to the doctor that told her, her jaw was broken. The prognosis is good, but the price is going to be 6 weeks of having her jaw wired shut. “

via Bill konway

Name That Fish!

This fast growing fish can reach more then 80lbs and is known for hitting people in the face. What is it?

UPDATE: The answer we were looking for is Asian carp!

“Mexican Walking Fish” Threatened With Extinction

Ok, first of all it’s not actually a fish it’s a Salamander and they’re called Axolotls (pronounced ACK-suh-LAH-tuhl). These guys wear their gills on the outside and are able to regenerate most body parts should they become damaged or severed.

One problem is with non-native fish species like the Asian Carp and the African Tilapia that eat young Axolotls. They haven’t evolved in the same environment, so they don’t have good defense mechanisms against them.

The other big issue is habitat destruction. Lakes have been drained, and wastewater from Mexico City pollute waterways. This will not be easy to fix, but something will have to be done because these species that are threatened are just the canary in the coal mine. Bigger problems are on the horizon.

Scientists have yet to agree on a method to save these creatures, but a sanctuary is expected to open in the next few months in the waters around the Isla de las Mu�ecas (Island of the Dolls), apparently named such because “the owner hangs dolls he finds in the canals to ward off evil spirits.” I’m not even kidding, check out these photos of the Isla de las Mu�ecas.

You can get Axolotls as pets, but taking care of them doesn’t seem to be very easy. I wouldn’t recommend buying one for your teenage daughter as a replacement for her NeoPet that’s for sure!

Carp Love

In North America, most people don’t like carp fishing. The don’t like carp in general. European and Asian carp have been introduced to our waters and have thrived. Personally, I like carp and carp fishing – but not as much as this guy.

What do you think of carp – Love em or hate em?
via addmorephotos.com

CBS News Ceverage of the Asian Carp Problem

These Asian carp videos are always good for a laugh. These guys make the best of a bad situation.

One Mans Sport is Another Mans Fear

While the introduction of a invasive species to a water system can destroy local fisheries, it can make for a pretty funny news report. Especially when the reporter is afraid of fish.

Sadly, these asian carp are on the verge of entering Canadian waters; which is bad news for any fisherman.
View the Asian Carp Invasion documentary here: Part 1, Part 2