Carp

Lake Austin drawdown discussions continue after 2,000 grass carp enter water

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AUSTIN (KXAN) — The push to lower water levels in Lake Austin continues as shareholders plan to meet with Austin city officials next week. Business owners and residents said lowering the water level would help stop the spread of an invasive plant that poses a danger to swimmers and boaters. On Friday, Eric Moreland with … Read more

Carp release in Lake Austin raises concern among local fisherman

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Austin – a controversial plan to launch herbal carp in Lake Austin to fight Hydilla, retracted the reactions of local fishermen. On July 14, Austin announced plans to launch 350 sterile herbal cabin in the lake to help control the spread of hydrilla. Hydrilla is a type of gas that can be dangerous for swimmers … Read more