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Harmful algae a toxicity concern in northern Minnesota lake

December 5, 2019December 5, 2019 by Greg Seitz

Scientists say cyanobacteria in Voyageurs National Park’s Kabetogama Lake can cause toxic water even when there is no visible bloom.

Algae with potential to harm trout habitat found in North Shore river

January 26, 2022November 21, 2018 by Greg Seitz

Bloom of unusual aquatic plant that can cover cold, clean river bottoms with slimy growth and hurt aquatic food web is discovered in Poplar River.

Harmful Algae Prompt Water Warnings in Voyageurs National Park

October 17, 2016October 14, 2016 by Greg Seitz

Blooms of toxin-producing plants were recently spotted in areas of Kabetogama and Rainy lakes.

Scientist Mark Edlund recovers a short gravity core from Buffalo Bay, Lake of the Woods

Unlocking Lake of the Woods

June 8, 2015 by Greg Seitz

The massive body of water on Minnesota’s northern border is cleaner, but it keeps getting greener.

Lake of the Woods Getting Greener

December 18, 2014August 8, 2014 by Greg Seitz

Algae problems worsening on the big border lake, thanks to warmer weather.

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