The Bighead Carp is a large freshwater fish native to the rivers and lakes of East Asia, particularly in China. It can grow up to 4 feet long and weigh over 100 pounds. This species is known for its distinctive large head and a mouth that can filter plankton and small organisms from the water. Introduced to the United States in the 1970s for aquaculture, the Bighead Carp has since become an invasive species in several waterways, including the Mississippi River. Its rapid reproduction and feeding habits threaten local ecosystems and native fish populations, prompting efforts to control its spread.