![]() ![]() ![]() “There are actually different kinds of carp that are relatives of goldfish, that get really big, that are found in Europe and Asia - some of which can get up to about 500 pounds.” Zeb Hogan, research biologist at the University of Nevada, Reno, and former host of the “Monster Fish” show on the National Geographic Channel. “A 70-pound carp is a really big, impressive fish,” said Dr. Invasive, football-size goldfish were found in a lake in Burnsville, Minnesota, in July 2021, resulting in city officials pleading with residents to not release their aquatic pets into the lake, as they could harm the local environment. Discarded animals can negatively impact the delicate balance of a natural habitat. Often the largest found goldfish are unwanted pets that have been released into the wild by their owners. If given lots of space, with the proper diet and water conditions, carp species, including goldfish and koi, have the potential for a large amount of growth, which explains Carrot’s impressive size. The average domestic goldfish weighs less than a pound, but the species can reach much bigger proportions in varying circumstances. After breaking the 60-pound (27-kilogram) mark for the first time in February, the carp swam free for nine months until Hackett reeled her in. The fishery has monitored Carrot’s growth fairly often, as she was pulled in nine times by fishermen last season. World's heaviest flying bird uses plants to self-medicate, scientists say The BlueWater team also noted on its Facebook page that the fish are treated for any injuries before their prompt release back into the water. The fishery has a “no retention” rule put in place, so anglers never carry the fish onto land. “It’s not the biggest resident in the lake, but by far the most outstanding.”Īfter Hackett pulled in Carrot and had her weighed, she was released back into the lake. Since then it has grown and grown but it doesn’t often come out,” fishery manager Jason Cowler told the Daily Mail. ![]() “We put The Carrot in about 20 years ago as something different for the customers to fish for. “It’s a much sought-after fish, not many people have caught it, it’s quite elusive.”īlueWater Lakes provides anglers with a private spot to try a hand at pulling in one of its many fish weighing over 50 pounds (22.7 kilograms) - and some even over 90 pounds (40 kilograms). “With normal fish, you struggle to see them if they’re just under the surface, but The Carrot is obviously bright orange so you can’t miss it,” Hackett told BBC. How 'seafloor detectives' uncovered the secrets of the world's biggest underwater volcano ![]()
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