The Silver Carp is a species of fish native to East Asia, particularly found in the rivers and lakes of China. It is known for its distinctive silver-colored body and can grow up to 4 feet long. Silver Carp are filter feeders, primarily consuming plankton, which makes them important for the aquatic ecosystem. In recent years, Silver Carp have become an invasive species in the Great Lakes region of North America. They were introduced in the 1970s to help control algae in fish farms but escaped into the wild. Their rapid reproduction and feeding habits threaten native fish populations and disrupt local ecosystems.