| Asian Carp is a common name usually used to describe several species of invasive fish in the U.S. Typically, this includes black carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus), bighead carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis), and silver carp (H. molitrix). Occasionally, grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) is also considered an invasive species of Asian.. Read more Also posted in Aquatic Species Leave a comment
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Commercial trapping of crayfish to begin on Lake Tahoe
| Nevada officials have recently altered state laws to permit the commercial trapping of crayfish in Lake Tahoe. This will be the first time in over 100 years that Lake Tahoe will have a commercial fishery. The signal crayfish, an invasive species in Lake Tahoe, is a threat to the lake’s renowned clarity and cobalt-blue color. .. Read more Posted in News Leave a comment
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Lake Erie forecasted for algae relief in 2012
| Researchers expect a smaller, thinner algal bloom on Lake Erie this year due to unusual spring weather than last year... Read more Posted in News Leave a comment
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Great Salt Lake study to determine discharge limits
| To determine a discharge permit for a local wastewater plant, scientists are performing a comprehensive water quality study on the Great Salt Lake and its wetlands... Read more Posted in News Leave a comment
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California lakes begin boat inspections for invasive mussels
| Boat inspections for invasive quagga and zebra mussels are now in effect at some lakes in California... Read more Posted in News Leave a comment
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