What are some examples of invasive species found in Lake Erie?

1 Answer
Jan 20, 2016

There are multiple invasive species in Lake Erie.

Explanation:

There are multiple invasive species found in Lake Erie, including a type of fish called the common carp, zebra mussels, the round goby (also a fish), and plants such as Eurasian watermilfoil.

Eurasian watermilfoil is found across the US:
http://wric.ucdavis.edu/information/aquatic/eurasian.htm

Lake Erie is also being carefully monitored for Asian carp, a highly invasive species that has found new homes in the Mississippi River Basin.

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