Targeting species

[tweedwolfscream]

Carp definitely has a distinct taste and to some extent its palatability is a cultural thing... it's considered a delicacy in parts of Asia and Eastern Europe and not very popular around these parts. Aside from taste there's the issue that carp are prone to heavy contamination when in polluted waters, such as the Great Lakes harbours where they're most often found. But according to the MOE fish consumption guide, there's nothing wrong with eating carp from cleaner, inland waters such as the Kawartha Lakes, Lake Simcoe/Holland River/Holland Marsh canals, and even Grenadier Pond.