Ecological Risk Screening Summary - Mrigal Carp (Cirrhinus cirrhosus) - Uncertain Risk

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. This additional information will help inform decisions on where, when, and how the species may be used to minimize risks of them becoming invasive.

Cirrhinus cirrhosus is a cyprinid fish species native to South Asia. It has become popular as an aquaculture species in South Asia and Southeast Asia, and wild populations have become established outside of the native range. While there are numerous parasites and diseases associated with this species, including one that is OIE-reportable, no adverse impacts have been documented due to the establishment of this species, apart from a vague reference to other cultured fish species in Vietnam. Overall climate match for this species with the United States is low. The risk presented by C. cirrhosus is uncertain.

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