Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS)
White Perch
Rudd
Asian Carp
Ruffe
Zebra mussels
Rusty Crayfish
Round Goby
New Zealand Mudsnails
Eurasian watermilfoil
Hydrilla
Purple Loosestrife
Saltcedar
Curly-leaf pondweed
NEWS FOR BOATERS:
Zebra mussels are in Milford Reservoir, Wilson Reservoir, Marion Reservoir, Perry Reservoir, Cheney Reservoir, El Dorado Reservoir, Winfield City Lake, Lake Afton, and the rivers that flow from these impoundments. Boaters using these waters MUST drain and clean their equipment before launching in a new waterbody. Do not take lakewater with you. You may unknowingly transport zebra mussels.
Simple steps to follow; CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY everytime, every lake:
Before Leaving:
CLEAN: Inspect boat and other equipment for attached zebra mussels and Remove any that are found.
DRAIN all water (livewells, bilge, bait buckets, etc.) before leaving the area.
Before using again:
Wash equipment with hot water (140-degree recommended) or Dry equipment for 5 days. Click here for more information about zebra mussels.
Remember: It is illegal to import, possess, or release zebra mussels.
***Zebra mussels have recently been found in several locations across the region.
Missouri: Lake of the Ozarks, Taneycomo, and Pomme de Terre
Oklahoma: Kaw Reservoir, Keystone Reservoir, Oologah Lake, and Skiatook Lake, Grand Lake, and Lake Texoma
Nebraska: Base Lake on Offutt Air Force Base (eradication underway)
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