Category Archives: invasive species
Invasive Weeds and Herbicides Are Threatening Fish in Flint Lake
Flint Lake in Valparaiso, Indiana, is struggling with invasive Eurasian milfoil — a fast-spreading aquatic weed that’s clogging waterways and harming fish populations. While herbicides are often used to control the problem, they can create oxygen-depleting decay zones and destroy vital native plants that young fish rely on for shelter and food.
The lake’s challenges highlight the need for smarter, more sustainable management methods that control weeds without compromising aquatic ecosystems.
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Are Invasive Species Really Bad?
Across the United States, more than 1,500 plants and animals have taken root in places they don’t belong — often because of human activity. From zebra mussels in the Great Lakes to Asian carp in the Mississippi River, invasive species have long been viewed as a major environmental threat.
While control efforts have focused on protecting native habitats and restoring natural balance, some scientists are beginning to question whether all invasive species are entirely harmful. The debate continues as researchers and ecologists examine how ecosystems adapt and change over time.
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