Experts say they need more research before releasing a virus to kill carp in Australian waterways, but south-west Victoria could be part of the release.
No decision yet for carp herpes release
LOAD OF CARP: Lake Colac has dried out twice in the past 11 years, leading to thousands of dead carp piling up on the shore. Scientists say this could happen again across the eastern states if authorities release a virus to reduce carp numbers. But the carp control could also enhance native environments.
