North Dakota outdoors: What are aquatic nuisance species?

  • Ben Holen, NDGF Aquatic Nuisance Species Coordinator inspecting for hidden zebra mussels. They pose significant risks to the state’s aquatic systems, and their effects are far-reaching. Photo by Ashley Peterson NDGF
    Ben Holen, NDGF Aquatic Nuisance Species Coordinator inspecting for hidden zebra mussels. They pose significant risks to the state’s aquatic systems, and their effects are far-reaching. Photo by Ashley Peterson NDGF
  • North Dakota outdoors: What are aquatic nuisance species?
    North Dakota outdoors: What are aquatic nuisance species?

    You’ve heard for years about aquatic nuisance species (ANS) but what are they? The zebra mussel is likely the most famous, or infamous. Let’s get back to the basics and review some of the most important information on ANS and zebra mussels

    What are aquatic nuisance species?

    Aquatic nuisance species are nonnative organisms that cause harm to native and desirable species, the environment, economy, or …