Australia to Release Herpes Virus to Battle Invasive Carp
European carp ( Cyprinus carpio ). Credit: Dezidor, wikimedia.org The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO), a government agency for scientific research in…
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Invasives In Depth: Water Hyacinth
Pretty yet pernicious, a water hyacinth flower (wikimedia.org) While California Invasive Species Action Week is over, the invasives are still here, and, luckily, so are great articles…
Aquatic Herbicide Application Tips
The application of aquatic herbicides to a lake or pond needs to be done carefully and correctly following label directions. It is not a difficult process, but proper application is needed to…
Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention and Policies
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) are easily transferred between different bodies of water and pose a serious threat to aquatic ecosystems. Public policy and common practices of water users should seek…
Invasive Carp at Gates to Great Lakes
Asian carp (glfc.org) Asian carp (“bighead,” “silver,” “black” and “grass” carp) have been found in the upper Illinois River, approximately 25 miles from Lake Michigan. One lock and dam from…
Hydrilla management solution tips and techniques
Hydrilla verticillata was introduced to the United States in the 1950s and it has now spread to nearly 30 states. It is particularly bad in the southeastern states like Georgia and Florida, as well…