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Zebra Mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) is a mollusk pest. It is a native of Caspian Sea region of Asia and was first detected in Lake St. Clair, Michigan in 1988.

Zebra mussels (Dreissena polymorpha) are small, fingernail-sized mussels. They are believed to have been transported to the Great Lakes via ballast water from a transoceanic vessel. Since that time, they have spread rapidly to all of the Great Lakes and waterways in many states, as well as Ontario and Quebec. This pest poses a large risk to U.S. plant health. International commerce provides recognized avenues of introduction. If you think you have seen this pest, contact your state plant regulatory official.

Scientific Name Common Name Options
Dreissena polymorphaZebra Mussel
News
11/04/2009 Lake Huron Invaders Hit The Big Screen
10/02/2009 Group Asks County to Help Fight Lake Invaders
09/00/2009 Study May Help Manage Muck in Saginaw Bay
08/27/2009 Prevent Spread of Invasive Species
07/15/2009 Great Lakes: Amazing Change
07/13/2009 Zebra mussel law going into effect

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Great Lakes Information Network
Lake Invaders The Fight for Lake Huron
Great Lakes: Amazing Change
 
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