Category: Water
Michigan program helps hobbyists safely rehome aquatic flora and fauna | Great Lakes Echo
By Elinor Epperson Don’t flush that unwanted goldfish – find it a new home instead. Home aquariums and water gardening are two of the many routes invasive species take to enter Michigan habitats. A Michigan State University Extension program provides educational materials and resources for rehoming unwanted aquatic pets. Reduce Invasive Pet and Plant Escapes […]
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Michigan trying new approaches against invasive crayfish | Great Lakes Echo
By Elinor Epperson Researchers are exploring new techniques to remove an invasive crayfish from Michigan waters. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has been fighting an invasion of red swamp crayfish since they first appeared in the state in 2017. Aggressive attempts to trap and remove the crustacean haven’t worked. Kathleen Quebedeaux, a fisheries biologist […]
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Public continues to be left in the dark about blue-green algae blooms in cottage country
A confirmed case of blue-green algae in a northern Ontario lake is sparking concern over timely public health messaging. On a morning in early June, Shirley Smith-Wilson discovered what she … Continued
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Black: Calgary water shortages a wake-up call for Canadians
The scale of water shortages in Calgary following a water main break is unprecedented and a reminder of how much we depend on having water
Water safety bulletin issued for the Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District
The Ministry of Natural Resources in the Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound district has issued a water safety bulletin, which is in effect until Friday, July 5. This bulletin affects residents in portions … Continued
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