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zebra mussels

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.

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.

Zebra Mussels Found in Lake Near Boundary Waters

October 8, 2014May 29, 2014 by Greg Seitz

Discovery of invasive species means Superior National Forest lake 10 miles from the wilderness will be designated as infested.

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Supporting the Protection of the Minnesota-Ontario border region and Superior National Forest including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Quetico Provincial Park, Voyageurs National Park, La Verendrye Provincial Park, Isle Royale National Park, and Lake Superior. More About Us >