Discovery of zebra mussel near Mactaquac raises alarm over spread of invasive species
The Department of Fisheries and Oceans found an adult zebra mussel on a dock in the St. John River near Mactaquac last ...
Zebra Mussels in West Texas: How they got here and why it’s a problem
For residents of Midland, water has become a pressing issue as city officials work to address recent supply disruptions. While infrastructure maintenance and equipment ...
The westward spread of zebra and quagga mussels shows how tiny invaders can cause big problems
Mollusks are filter feeders that typically make water clearer. But zebra and quagga mussels filtered so much plankton from the water that they starved native mussels and fostered harmful algal blooms.
Unwelcome guests are causing big problems for this Texas city’s water system
The invasive species, known for wreaking havoc on lakes and rivers across North America, has now made its way into the Permian Basin.
Spread of zebra mussels confirmed far south into St. John River
Zebra mussels have been detected in the St. John ( Wolastoq) River, down as far as Mactaquac, according to Fisheries and ...
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Unwelcome guests are causing big problems for this Texas city’s water system
MIDLAND, Texas — An unexpected invader is contributing to Midland’s low water pressure: zebra mussels. The invasive species, known for wreaking havoc on lakes and rivers across North America ...