Invasive Asian carp seized in Montreal

Three Asian carps were seized in Montreal on Wednesday in an operation carried out by Quebec’s department of forests, wildlife and parks. The fish are an invasive species and are illegal to own, buy or sell in Canada.
The seizure came after agents searched a hotel and eight stores during a day-long operation, which was dubbed Operation Barramundi II, said a press release from the department. Those in possession of the fish — grass carps — will be charged and can face up to $1,8