Species that are considered uncertain risk need a more in-depth assessment beyond the Risk Summary to better define the species’ risk to U.S. environments.
Catla (Labeo catla) is a large species of carp that is native to southern Asia from Pakistan through Myanmar. L. catla is one of a few species referred to as Indian Major Carps. The species is a highly utilized commercial fish and has been introduced to many countries for aquaculture. L. catla can be infected by epizootic ulcerative syndrome, which is an OIE-reportable disease. The history of invasiveness is not documented. Many records of introduction were found, some of which resulted in established populations. The only information found in regard to impacts of introduction was that introductions of Indian Major Carps were generally thought of in positive terms. The certainty of assessment is low. There is a lack of information about impacts of introduction. The overall risk assessment category is uncertain.
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