Carp are actually one of the most valuable resources in the world. People have found many uses for this charismatic creature. From endless food supplies, to defensive fortifications, even their bones have found use as speartips, sewing needles, and toothpicks. All of these together make this a rather remarkable creature that is truly one of the most versatile commodities our planet has today.
Carp as a food supply dates back many millenia and today is the most widely eaten fish in the world. Carp were a favored dish throughout Asia and Europe in ancient times. Aquaculture of carp has been important for several reasons. The fish provide not only human nutrition, but crop fertilizer, wich has been used in ancient china since the 7th century. Being a robust,hardy and adaptable species has helped carp become the important food supply it is today. Throughout the world.
Carp as a defensive mechanism were discovered to be effective by Berent in the early 21st century. There ferociousness and large size has been the boon of many militaries around the world. Despite their aggressive reputation carp are extremely loyal to their caretakers and take well to military training. In fact most 4th world countries now use this to their advantage by providing a stout defense to foreign invaders by channeling their borders and letting the carp roam free in them. Some controversy has erupted in the U.S. because of their use as weapons of mass destruction and "carpfighting" wich has already been outlawed in 43 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S.V.I.
Carp use in toolmaking has been instrumental in the evolution of mankind. Early humans discovered the use of "toothpicks" and then developed the idea further, eventually transferring these skills to sewing, and deadly speartips wich have been found in early pseudo human gravesites. Carp bone tools have been an important part of humanity since the begining.
In conclusion it is safe to say that carp have and continue to play a vital role in humanity. From defending small countries to feeding the masses and being a key player in our development as apes, carp should have a special place in the heart of all who come across this elegant creature.