Zebra Mussels Eradicated from Lake Waco in Central Texas
AUSTIN The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has determined that invasive zebra mussels have been successfully eradicated from Lake Waco in Central Texas, preventing property damage, protecting water supply infrastructure and avoiding harm to the aquatic ecosystem. The department emphasized the vital importance of continued help from boaters, marina operators and others to Clean, Drain and Dry boats before moving them and remain vigilant to stop the spread.
Fisheries biologists cautioned that eradication of the invasive mussels is extremely rare and was made possible only by very early detection and a multi-agency rapid response effort. Zebra mussels were discovered at Lake Waco in late 2014, but quick action at the time killed many of the mussels and helped prevent further spread, which eventually led to the eradication.
In a rare victory against invasive species, zebra mussels have been eradicated from Lake Waco in McLennan County north of Austin, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced last week.
The invasive mollusks first appeared in the lake, which is on the west side of Waco, in 2014. Department officials on Thursday said they had a chance to take quick action upon their discovery and that s what led to their eradication.
Zebra mussels, which are known to clog pipes and water intake systems and cling to boats and docks, were found on a boat ramp in the lake, which led to a survey of the water. A few zebra mussel larvae and 75 adult zebra mussels were spotted.
Enjoy a Winter Visit to a National Fish Hatchery A chilly morning at Neosho National Fish Hatchery, Missouri. Photo credit: USFWS.
Don’t let the cold weather keep you indoors. Visit a National Fish Hatchery and enjoy the winter activities they have to offer. From peaceful and scenic to fun and strenuous, there is a little something for everyone, all while social distancing.
Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing Cross country skiers enjoy the beauty of our Service lands on the Simpson Trail at Iron River National Fish Hatchery. Photo credit: USFWS.
The Simpson Trail System at Iron River National Fish Hatchery in Wisconsin is an excellent location to enjoy the outdoors. The system is a collection of trails totaling just over three miles that meander throughout the 1,200-acre property consisting of forested hardwoods and conifers. The trails are maintained year round, and hatchery staff groom the trail system during the winter for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The
FWP Will Drain a Popular Montana Lake
Let s face it. Nobody wants to deal with Corbicula fluminea. Are you with me on this, people?
Yeah, I didn t know what the scientific term was, either. But with so much heightened awareness concerning Aquatic Invasive Species in Montana, Fish, Wildlife and Parks has made the decision to pull the plug, so to speak, on a popular reservoir in eastern Montana.
After much discussion and recommendations, Montana FWP has made the decision to address invasive Asian clams in Lake Elmo, a very popular and heavily-used reservoir within the Billings city limits. FWP will drain the lake this coming September, which will hopefully allow the clams to dry out and freeze during the winter of 2021-22.
Monitoring on Lake Okabena shows tagged carp are congregating
Plan is to have a commercial fisherman come in to conduct a carp seining event when it is safe to do so. 6:00 am, Jan. 9, 2021
WORTHINGTON With ice more than 10 inches thick on Lake Okabena and radio-tagged carp apparently congregating in two of its deeper spots, Okabena-Ocheda Watershed District Administrator Dan Livdahl told board managers in a meeting Tuesday that plans are still in place for a winter-time carp seining event on the Worthington lake.
Livdahl reported that he found 16 of the 20 newly tagged carp in two different locations in the western part of the lake during his last outing.