Aquatic Invasive Species Handbook

Resource Type:

Print Materials

Author:

Beall, Mandy

Publication Date:

2005

Keywords:

purple loosestrife, water action volunteers, aquatic invasive species, wisconsin boaters, shell lake, milfoil, round goby, rusty crayfish, zebra mussels, eurasian ruffle, curly-leaf pondweed, fishhook waterfleas, seaplanes,

Abstract:

Aquatic invasive species are an international issue - plants and animals are stowing away in the ballast of ocean-going ships that circle the globe. Species native to countries around the world are being sold for food and for use in aquaria and gardens.

Geographical Emphasis:

National

Target Audiences:

Educators, Natural Resource Professionals, Public Sector

Water Topics - SubTopics:

Watershed Management - community involvement, ecosystem management, fish and wildlife issues
Environmental Restoration - lake focus

Educational Purpose:

Information Resource (One Way)

Contact Information:

Environmental Resources Center
Univ of Wisconsin - Madison
College of Ag & Life Sciences
445 Henry Mall Rm 202
Madison, WI 53706-1577

Ordering Information:

Environmental Resources Center
Univ of Wisconsin - Madison
College of Ag & Life Sciences
445 Henry Mall Rm 202
Madison, WI 53706-1577