Name Change for America's Most Hated Fish

The name of the fish that Americans despise the most is about to change.

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The Asian carp will now be referred to as the Copi in the state of Illinois in an effort to alter people's opinions about the fish.

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The ecosystems of numerous beautiful lakes have been destroyed as an invasive species known as the Asian carp has spread throughout the waterways.

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The fish and the native animals are competing for food and habitat.

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In order to rid the Midwest of the overabundance of the species, they are seeking to persuade people to eat Asian carp.

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