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Aquatic Invasive Species


​While ISN focuses primarily on terrestrial invasive plants – those growing on land or transitional areas, it is important to recognize some of the higher priority aquatic species as well. With the longest freshwater coastline in the United States, over 11,000 inland lakes, and extensive wetlands, Michigan is especially susceptible to aquatic invasive species.

Aquatic species share many of the same characteristics as the terrestrial growers. They have extremely effective reproduction mechanisms. Their tendency to overcrowd native species affects biological diversity and pose a significant threat to Michigan’s aquatic resources. Fish nursery habitat is destroyed while natural communities become simplified. Property values are reduced, fishing and boating is restricted, and recreational opportunities are limited.

The following species are just a sampling of our target invasives. If you think you have identified these species, please report it to the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network! ISN and other regional organizations treat and control aquatic invasives in northwest Michigan and early detection and rapid response is extremely important!

If you are enjoying Lake Michigan or one of the state's many inland lakes, streams or rivers, remember the mantra Clean, Drain, Dry:
  • CLEAN watercraft, trailer, motor, and equipment. Remove visible aquatic plants, mussels, other animals, and mud before leaving any water access.
  • DRAIN water from boat, bilge, motor and livewell by removing drain plug and opening all water draining devices away from the boat ramp. Regulations require this when leaving accesses in many states.
  • DRY everything at least five days before going to other waters and landings or spray/rinse recreation equipment (oars, life jackets, etc.) with high pressure and/or hot water (120°F or higher).
Eurasian Water Milfoil
Curly Pondweed
Hydrilla
European frogbit
Water hyacinth
Water lettuce
European waterclover
Yellow floating heart
Flowering Rush

Not all Aquatic Invasive Species are Plants!

Zebra/Quagga Mussels
Round goby
Rusty crayfish
Eurasian Ruffe
Sea Lamprey
Asian Carp

For the Complete Watch List from MDNR Follow this Link


Aquatic Invasive Species Resources

Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator
Benzie Conservation District 
Aquatic Invasive Species Pathways Program (AISPP)
Kyla Robinson
231-882-4391 x14
[email protected]

Michigan Lake and Stream Association, Inc.
Website

Michigan Sea Grant
Aquatic Invasive Species in Michigan

Michigan Inland Lakes Partnership
Aquatic Invasive Species

Midwest Invasive Plant Network (MIPIN)
Aquatic Invasive Plants and Their Look-Alikes
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Species Identification Training
Explore MISIN's training modules to learn how to identify invasive species
​Report Invasive Species
Help land managers by reporting invasive species in your area
The MISIN smartphone app provides a mobile solution for the capture of invasive species field observation data.

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  • Events
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    • Top 12 Species
    • Early Detection Species
    • Awareness Species
    • Other Invasive Species >
      • Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
      • Aquatic Invasive Species
      • Lymantria Moths (spongy moth)
    • ID and Reporting Tools
  • Resources
    • Videos
    • Education
    • Tool Library
    • Garlic Mustard Dumpsters
    • Planting Guide/Ordinance Templates
    • Requests For Bids
    • Treatment Information
    • Other Information
    • Invasive Species in the News >
      • ISN in the News
  • Go Beyond Beauty
    • Find Participants >
      • Nurseries/Garden Centers >
        • Bioconcentric Farms
        • Birdsfoot Native Nursery
        • Black Cap Farms
        • Bright Lane Gardens
        • Four Season Nursery
        • Garden Goods
        • Greystone Gardens
        • Pine Hill
      • Landscapers/Professionals >
        • Cre Woodard
        • Designs in Bloom
        • Greener Earth Landscaping
        • Heritage Landscape Design
        • Inhabitect, LLC
        • Lakeview Habitats
        • Laurel Voran, LLC
        • The Mossy Tree, LLC
        • Old Mission Associates
        • Inner-Coastal
        • Pine Hill
        • Silverman & Company
        • Sustainable Landscape Design, LLC
        • TruNorth Landscaping
        • Wildlife & Wetland Solutions
      • Community Participants
    • GBB Achievement Program
    • Register >
      • Registration Form (Garden Professional)
      • Registration Form (Individual or other org)
      • Start-up Materials
    • Ornamental Invasive Species
    • Native Plant Species
    • Participant Signs
    • Japanese Barberry Trade-Up Day
    • GBB Resources
  • Donate to ISN
  • Merchandise