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Giant Fish Found In Lake
August 15, 2007
Parks Department workers dredging parts of The Lake were startled to discover more than 5,000 massive carp lurking in the shallows. The city and conservationists had spent $25 million for the latest Central Park restoration project and were startled to discover animals that seemed to come directly from urban mythology.
The giant koi, some 3 feet long and weighing up to 30 pounds, were pulled from the popular rowing spot. The dredging also stirred up several enormous snapping turtles - some as big as 50 pounds - and plenty of freshwater clams.
Work began on the 21-acre body of water in the spring, part of two major reconstruction efforts that mark the beginning of the end of a 30-year effort to upgrade and improve Central Park's infrastructure. Each project will cost an estimated $25 million, paid for by private funds and city donations.
