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AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES

WHAT MAKES A SPECIES INVASIVE?

Not from around here?

Invasive or non-native species travel well. They can come from distant countries or neighboring states. 

Baby BOOM!

Whether hundreds of seeds or millions of eggs, invasives have a reproductive advantage that allows more offspring to survive and continue the cycle. 

A competitive edge.

Invasive species are generalists. They can eat a wide range of foods and survive in many conditions.

Catch me... if you can?

With few natural predators invasive species can continue to breed, eat, and out-compete native species.

HOW CAN I HELP?

Get hands on.

Your help is needed.
Sign up to volunteer!

Volunteer

Prevent the spread.

Boat, paddle or fish?
Know how to keep it clean.

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Go local.

Monitor sites near you
on statewide Snapshot Day!

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Dive deeper.

Gather your friends for a free Project Red training or CBCW training.

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SPECIES OF CONCERN:

AIS Strategic Plan | A Roadmap

Aquatic Invasive Species Strategic Plan for the Mississippi River and Major Tributaries
in La Crosse, Trempealeau and Buffalo Counties
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Welcome, Ty!

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