Tag: aquatic invasive species
INDIANAPOLIS — Three Kosciusko County lakes are experiencing a reduction in invasive Eurasian watermilfoil this spring. Center, Big Chapman and Webster lakes have had recurring problems with Eurasian watermilfoil in past years. EWM is present in most Indiana lakes. It often grows so densely it creates a nuisance for boating and fishing. It also can …read more.
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko County has been invaded and the culprit can be difficult to get rid of. Phragmites, also known as the common reed or giant reed, has been in the U.S. since at least the 1800s, but more recently has made its way to northern Indiana — and Koscuisko County. Phragmites is an …read more.
By MARTY BENSON DNR Assistant Director of Communications INDIANAPOLIS — Facebook followers of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources can “talk” online with aquatic invasive species expert Eric Fischer from 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26,on the DNR’s Facebook wall. Fischer will talk about aquatic invasive species, how they affect lakes, rivers and streams and how …read more.
