News tagged with aquatic invasive species

Scientists developing poison pill for Asian carp

Biologist Jon Amberg has spent the last two years obsessed with fish guts, laboring over a singular challenge: Develop a poison pill that will kill Asian carp and leave other fish unscathed.

Biology / Ecology

created Apr 03, 2012 | popularity 2.3 / 5 (4) | comments 0

Climate change invites alien invaders -- Is Canada ready?

A comprehensive multi-disciplinary synthesis just published in Environmental Reviews reveals the urgent need for further investigation and policy development to address significant environmental, social and economic impact ...

Biology / Ecology

created Jan 19, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Bighead carp snagged in St. Croix River

It's an ugly brute with a gaping mouth and eyes that hang low on the bottom of its face. Someday soon, with two of its equally odious cousins, it could take over Minnesota's rivers and lakes, squeezing out native species. ...

Biology / Ecology

created Apr 22, 2011 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Microorganism may provide key to combating giant salvinia throughout Louisiana

A team of researchers at Louisiana Tech University has found that a naturally occurring microorganism acts as a natural herbicide against giant salvinia.

Biology / Ecology

created Nov 19, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Songs raise awareness about aquatic invasive species

A new initiative at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is using music to raise public awareness about aquatic invasive species in the state.

Space & Earth / Environment

created May 06, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0