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Voyageurs National Park launches effort to contain zebra mussels

September 4, 2023April 30, 2022 by Greg Seitz

Portages out of infested Rainy Lake will require precautions to prevent spread of invasive species.

Zebra mussels confirmed in Rainy Lake

September 4, 2023September 5, 2021 by Greg Seitz

Discovery of juvenile invasive mussels indicates population is reproducing in iconic border lake and potentially within Voyageurs National Park.

Two invasive species in Minnesota lakes appear to cause slower walleye growth

April 23, 2020January 29, 2020 by Greg Seitz

Study from the University of Minnesota finds that young walleye appear to be smaller in waters infested by spiny waterflea and zebra mussels, with implications for the future of popular fisheries.

Nonnative snail species found for first time in Voyageurs National Park

November 5, 2019November 5, 2019 by Greg Seitz

Chinese mysterysnails have been confirmed in Kabetogama Lake, raising concerns about harm to ecosystem, as officials urge compliance with prevention practices.

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