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A Platteville fish dealer is facing charges of illegally selling Asian carp, Wisconsin’s most prevalent and destructive invasive species.

According to the state Department of Natural Resources, Li Fish Farm transported and sold intact carp in violation of state law.

Although the fish were not brought into the state in water tanks, the DNR says Asian carp can survive out of water for more than a day, and gutting or severing the gill coverings is the only way to ensure the fish won’t be revived if released.

The fish farm operator is facing four misdemeanor charges of possessing illegal fish and one count of transporting fish without proper vehicle identification or maintaining records of who caught the fish or where they were sold, according to the DNR.

According to the study, the outlets of the Fox River in Green Bay, the Milwaukee River and St. Joseph River in Michigan would be capable of supporting Asian carp most of the year.

The charges stem from violations alleged to have occurred in 2018 and 2019, although the agency said the illegal activity was happening prior to that and additional charges may be forthcoming.

Conservation warden Robert Stroess said the fish were caught in Illinois and brought to Wisconsin.

It is believed to be the state’s first case involving illegal sales of Asian carp, which outcompete native fish and can destroy habitat.

Invasive carp have been advancing north since escaping into the Mississippi River from Southern fish farms in the 1970s.

Silver carp, which can grow up to 60 pounds, are agitated by the sound of a propeller and are known for leaping out of the water, presenting hazards for boaters. 

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Bighead carp are considered a threat to the $7 billion Great Lakes fishing industry. Silver carp, which can weigh up to 60 pounds, are known for leaping out of the water, creating a hazard for boaters.

A message left Tuesday with Li Fish Farm was not immediately returned.

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September 23, 2020 at 03:02AM
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Grant County fish dealer charged with illegal sale of intact Asian carp - Madison.com

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