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  2. Sea lamprey? Quagga mussels? New study ranks the worst ... - AOL

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    Only some non-native species are considered invasive. While nearly 200 non-native species have moved into the region and established populations, Lower said scientists are watching another 100 to ...

  3. DNR: Invasive fish species detected in Wisconsin - AOL

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    MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced on Monday morning that an invasive fish species had been detected in western Wisconsin. According to ...

  4. New regulations starting Jan. 1 ask Pa. boaters, anglers to ...

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    The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has several new regulations coming into effect Jan.1 aimed at reducing the spread of invasive species.

  5. Zebra mussel - Wikipedia

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    The zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) is a small freshwater mussel, an aquatic bivalve mollusk in the family Dreissenidae.The species originates from the lakes of southern Russia and Ukraine, [3] but has been accidentally introduced to numerous other areas and has become an invasive species in many countries worldwide.

  6. National Invasive Species Act - Wikipedia

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    Organisms targeted by NISA are categorized as aquatic nuisance species, including in particular zebra mussels and Eurasian ruffe.To extend upon NANPCA, NISA authorizes regulation of ballast water, a key factor in the spread of aquatic invasive species; funding for prevention and control research; regional involvement with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force; and education and technical ...

  7. Corbicula fluminea - Wikipedia

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    Corbicula fluminea is a species of freshwater clam native to eastern Asia which has become a successful invasive species throughout the world, including North America, South America, Europe, [1] and New Zealand. [2] [3] It is native to freshwater environments of Eastern Asia, including Russia, Thailand, the Philippines, China, Taiwan, Korea ...

  8. Amistad Reservoir 'infested' with invasive zebra mussels - AOL

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    TPWD and partners monitor for invasive species in Texas lakes, but anyone who spots them on boats, trailers or equipment being moved can help prevent new introductions by reporting the sighting to ...

  9. Ballast water regulation in the United States - Wikipedia

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    Congress passed the National Invasive Species Act in 1996. [10] Organisms targeted by NISA are categorized as aquatic nuisance species, including in particular zebra mussel and the Eurasian ruffe. NISA authorizes regulation of ballast water, a key factor in the spread of aquatic invasive species.