It is widely distributed in North America. Common carp are a non-native fish from Europe which were first introduced to the United States in the late 1800's. Habitat - The primary habitat types found in the main channel of the Apalachicola River are steep natural banks, gentle banks, dike fields, sand disposal areas, rock outcrops, and submergent vegetation. In the Ochlockonee River, the upper stretch of the main channel is narrow and shallow with steep banks and becomes progressively wider and deeper with lower banks downstream. There are numerous sand bars, point bars, sand shoals, and backwater sloughs.
Submergent vegetation is common is some areas.
Lake Talquin, a large, relatively shallow reservoir on the Ochlockonee River, has extensive areas of aquatic and flooded terrestrial vegetation. F. Small groups gather in shallow, heavily vegetated areas that warm rapidly. One or more males pursue a female as eggs and milt are released. The eggs sink and adhere to vegetation and debris on the bottom. No parental care is given to the eggs.