Carp in North America [Paperback]

Edwin Lavern Cooper (Editor)

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Book Description

Publication Date: June 1987

This publication is designed to deflect negative opinions of many anglers, and even many fishery biologists, toward a fish that should be thought of as an important fishery resource in North America. The carp is one of North America's most widely distributed and underutilized fishery resources which deserves an enlightened consideration by anglers as an important fishery asset. Readers will learn about the carp's global distribution; how carp are perceived throughout Asia and Europe; when, why and how carp were introduced to North America; the biology and behavior that enable carp to adapt to an extremely wide variety of habitats can conditions, how to angle for carp; existing and potential commercial fisheries for carp; the superb variety of ways to prepare and cook carp; how carp are being utilized today in North America; and how the negative image of carp can be modified. This book includes: biology, commercial and sport fisheries, angling tips, catch records, tournaments, preparation for the table, and recipes. This book is intended for: skeptics, and fish lovers everywhere.

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Product Details

Paperback: 84 pages
Publisher: Amer Fisheries Society (June 1987)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 091323544X
ISBN-13: 978-0913235447
Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.8 x 0.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,355,842 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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