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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.

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

September 21, 2025November 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.

New Invasive Plant Raises Concerns and Questions as it Nears Northern Minnesota

May 4, 2017February 20, 2017 by Greg Seitz

Starry stonewort grows underwater and drives out native plants and fish habitat.

Invasive Zooplankton Found In Basswood Lake

December 18, 2014September 5, 2014 by Greg Seitz

Spiny waterflea discovery is bad news for native fish and canoe country anglers.

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