Sharing the aquatic invasive species work that happens in Wisconsin. Coordinated by UW Extension Environmental Resource Center.
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For the first time in the Wisconsin wild, the invasive #EuropeanFrogbit aquatic plant has been found near Oconto.
The non-native species looks like lily pads, and forms mats on the surface of water, impacting fish and duck habitats.
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All this month, NAISMA is offering more than 20 hours of webinars for free. If you're passionate about protecting our natural heritage and you'd like to support NAISMA's mission to prevent and manage the spread of invasive species, please join us! hubs.ly/H0n_by50
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Remember to never release your #aquarium animals! Goldfish and Chinese mystery snails are popular pets that have become #invasivespecies in the Great Lakes region.
Learn more: transportzero.org/release-ze… #ReleaseZero
ALT goldfish in aquarium
ALT chinese mystery snail
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Do you boat, fish, or paddle on/in Minnesota lakes? Would you be willing to pay a daily access fee to help manage, eradicate & prevent aquatic invasive species in them?
Our researchers will share the results of this study in a webinar on April 10 at noon: z.umn.edu/ValuesWebinar
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Do infestations of Eurasian watermilfoil decrease property values?
Our researchers are working to assess the current and projected abundance of Eurasian watermilfoil in Minnesota lakes in order to monitor its impacts on property values. maisrc.umn.edu/property-valu…
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Ever wanted to be an environmental detective? Students in grades 4-10 can learn about Great Lakes #invasivespecies through @ILINSeaGrant's "Nab the Aquatic Invader" site: read "case files" and solve puzzles to help stop #AIS! bit.ly/2UiwMQk
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Friendly reminder: during this #SaferAtHome period due to #COVID19, Wisconsin Sea Grant (and UW Water Resources Institute) staff are still here for you! We're working remotely, so reach out via email/phone. Details on our operations during this time: seagrant.wisc.edu/news/opera…
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Stuck at home because of #coronavirus concerns? Here are 5 lake webcams to help get you through the social-distance doldrums! blog.limnology.wisc.edu/stuc… #virtualtourism
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Now seems like a great time to put out a reminder about our online publications store. You'll find lots of great resources to download for free! From #AIS and Great Lakes #shipwrecks to fisheries and coastal engineering, there's plenty to explore. publications.aqua.wisc.edu/
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Wisconsin has moved their annual lakes convention online - which means Michiganders have an uncommon opportunity to join in! Check out this excellent learning opportunity: uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/UWEXLakes/Pa…
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No border battles here! MN Sea Grant will host w/MN Aquarium Society’s Spring Auction a #Habitattitude Surrender Sat April 18 in Bloomington MN. Unwanted Aquarium fish to be rehomed from western WI are welcome too! @AISresearchMN @FishDoc_UMN @MNSeaGrant aquarium.mn/aqua-news/monthl… – at Duluth, MN
Aquarium pets like koi and goldfish can be safely rehomed in Wisconsin at pet surrender events so that this doesn't happen in our favorite waterbodies. Check out gbasonline.org/pet-rehoming/ for more information! #NISAW #InvasiveSpecies @GBAS_Online
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It's getting to be about the time to purchase plants and seeds for your pond and water garden. Check out these helpful tips from Melinda Myers! buff.ly/2v9Lr6h
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Day 5 of #NationalInvasiveSpeciesAwarenessWeek. Brazilian Waterweed chokes out native species, disrupts ecosystems, and clogs waterways. Inspect and clean your recreation equipment!
Photo credit: Robert Videki and Leslie Mehrhoff, Bugwood.org
#NISAW #InvasiveSpecies
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NISAW Friday webinar-Pathways, Coordination, and Legislation Update of Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention and Management:buff.ly/2vmZBBm
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Did you know that it's National Invasive Species Awareness Week (#NISAW)? These are some of our least favorite #aquaticinvasivespecies.
Learn more: transportzero.org/
ALT photos of phragmites, zebra mussels, goldfish, and rusty crayfish
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Did you know invasive species are the second leading threat to biodiversity, after habitat loss? Biodiversity plays a key role in keeping our ecosystems strong and healthy as a biodiverse ecosystem can better withstand and recover from diseases, invasions, and disasters. #InvSpWk
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It’s #NationaIInvasiveSpeciesAwarenessWeek! We’ll be sharing our favorite strange and unusual facts about #AquaticInvasiveSpecies in the Great Lakes: explore the GLANSIS database to learn even more! glerl.noaa.gov/glansis/ #AIS #NISAW
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Did you miss a #NISAW webinar?
Don't worry we've got you...
Head over to our YouTube page to catch up!
youtube.com/channel/UCIYqq_E…
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How well do you know #SeaGrant? Take 1 minute and enjoy this compelling glimpse of all we do, from #AIS and #aquaculture to social science, coastal engineering and much more! By @bonniewillison #WhySeaGrant
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DYK you can use a simple nail brush as a handy on-the-go boot brush? Throw one in your bag when you head outdoors to brush off any visible mud or debris! #InvSpWk
