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Invasive species
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Eurasian Watermilfoil
Eurasian water milfoil is an invasive aquatic plant. It is present in a few lakes in the Laurentians and threatens to invade lakes across Quebec. Eurasian watermilfoil has a vine-like stem and feathery leaves that grow underwater, with flowers emerging from the water's surface. Growth is rapid, even aggressive, forming a thick mat on the water's surface. We ask residents to avoid transferring their boats, boards, recreational equipment, fishing gear, etc. from one lake to another....” Original article by: Heather McCullough, lac Hughes 2015
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LLPOA Invasive Species Lake Louisa, Quebec
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Chinese Mystery Snail
We are one of 2 lakes in Gore to have the invasive Chinese Mystery Snail. A summary of the research on these snails and our proposal for a plan of action will be available at a future date. An experienced diver who has studied these snails surveyed the Lake in August and September of 2024 and found that the snails were concentrated in one main area. We are in the process of applying for a Permit from the Ministry of Environment for the LBCA to document and do research on this invasive species, perhaps even to retrieve as many as possible to prevent their spread. Retrieval would require volunteers and funds to pay the scuba diver(s).
Did you know?
It was the 2024 Aquatic Plant Survey that found the invasive snails in the Lake!
We are one of 2 lakes in Gore to have the invasive Chinese Mystery Snail. A summary of the research on these snails and our proposal for a plan of action will be available at a future date. An experienced diver who has studied these snails surveyed the Lake in August and September of 2024 and found that the snails were concentrated in one main area. We are in the process of applying for a Permit from the Ministry of Environment for the LBCA to document and do research on this invasive species, perhaps even to retrieve as many as possible to prevent their spread. Retrieval would require volunteers and funds to pay the scuba diver(s).
Did you know?
It was the 2024 Aquatic Plant Survey that found the invasive snails in the Lake!