Invaders of the Great Lakes: Invasive Species and Their Impact on You [Paperback]

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 44 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 Lakesoffers 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.

First edition (9781591932925) sold more than 50,000 copies

Market: Addresses growing environmental concerns while providing readers with ???How You Can Help??? details

Revised second edition with updated information about how the invasive species impact you, your environment, and the economy

Packed with useful facts and statistics in a small, convenient, easy-to-use format

Comprehensive: covers 44 aquatic invasive species, including the newest threats, from flying carp and lampreys to spiny water fleas

Full-color photographs, need-to-know details, and portions of the guide devoted to AIS spread and impacts

Quick Response (QR) code for every species, linking readers to more in-depth information online

Great impulse buy???only $6.95!

Wildlife Foreveris 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-winnilcÑ