How removing carp is helping the Glenelg River, the community and plants

Ridding our waterways entirely of carp might be an impossible dream, but what is realistic, is permanently removing as many as we can, how and when we can.

Late last year another 1.5 tonnes were removed from the Glenelg River with the aim of lowering their population to below 50kg/ha.

Through a carp fishing competition, local anglers pulled hundreds of the pest species from the waterways which were then transported to be turned into fertiliser.

Watch the video about the win:win:win fishing event here:

Glenelg Hopkins Catchment Management Authority proudly acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Victoria and their rich cultural diversity and intrinsic connection to country. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future. We also recognise and acknowledge the contribution, interest and rights that Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities have in land and water management. We value our partnerships with them, for the health of people and Country.

Glenelg Hopkins CMA

How removing carp is helping the Glenelg River, the community and plants