Invaders of the Great Lakes ─ What Are They? Where Are They? What Can You Do?

Aquatic invasive species have invaded the Great Lakes. Now, they are poised to invade thousands of lakes, rivers, and streams. We must stop the invasion! This handy, full-color guide by Wildlife Forever spotlights 39 aquatic invasive species, divided into three categories: invertebrates, plants, and fish. Get the details on how they live, grow, reproduce, and spread. Learn how they impact you, your environment, and the economy. Invaders of the Great Lakes offers tips for stopping aquatic hitchhikers, QR Codes that link to web pages with even more details, and other important information. Armed with this knowledge, you can help to protect our inland waters, keeping your favorite fishing spots and lakeshores healthy.

Wildlife Forever is America’s leading all-species nonprofit conservation organization. Working with private conservation groups, state game and fish departments, and federal agencies, Wildlife Forever has been involved in more than 1,000 projects, covering every state in the nation. Wildlife Forever’s conservation projects fall into four categories: habitat, fish and wildlife management, research, and conservation education. Award-winning programs include the Threat Campaign, which provides anglers, hunters, and all recreational users with the information they need to stop the spread of invasive species, and THE ART OF CONSERVATION State-Fish Art Program, a K-12 nationwide competition teaching children aquatic education through the arts.