We have a new — and unwelcome — resident in our stretch of the Potomac River ... of the local fish caught today were introduced species like smallmouth bass (est. 1854), carp (est.

Besides Crofton and the Potomac, the fish have popped up in several ... channel catfish—none is native to the river. The now-widespread common carp, brought over from Europe, was put in the ...

(WRIC) — As Virginians break out their fishing rods this summer ... Chowan and Dismal Swamp River Basin, James River Basin, New River Basin, Potomac River Basin, Rappahannock River Basin ...

The common carp or Cyprinus carpio carpio (AKA German carp, Mirror carp, Leather carp) is found in pretty much every waterway in Maryland including my favorite fishing grounds of the Potomac.

In the 1960s, the Potomac River was declared a “national disgrace ... whether it’s for wildlife or for people.” Fish and wildlife, including bald eagles, have rebounded, according to ...

The recent discovery of sea lamprey in the Potomac River ... have severely impacted fish populations. In fact, if you spot a sea lamprey, it likely indicates that the river or stream is healthy.