Invasive spiny water flea found in another Boundary Waters lake
Infestation raises concerns about impacts to ecosystem and recreational fishing.
Infestation raises concerns about impacts to ecosystem and recreational fishing.
Portages out of infested Rainy Lake will require precautions to prevent spread of invasive species.
Discovery of juvenile invasive mussels indicates population is reproducing in iconic border lake and potentially within Voyageurs National Park.
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.
Chinese mysterysnails have been confirmed in Kabetogama Lake, raising concerns about harm to ecosystem, as officials urge compliance with prevention practices.
Aerial spraying seeks to slow the spread of the moths, which can cause widespread defoliation and kill trees.
Annual volunteer weekend at Voyageurs will contribute to wetland restoration efforts.
Invasive bugs that threaten to wipe out Minnesota’s ash trees have been found in Duluth, not far from the Boundary Waters.
Researcher Lee Frelich says wilderness forests are being changed in several ways.