Invasive Species

Invasive species are non-native species that have entered an area where they have not previously been present. Invasive plant species can be found in a wide array of ecosystems with the most commonly thought of being the aquatic environment. Landscape areas, upland and forested sites, as well as agriculture lands can all have invasive species […]

By Industry Expert Shannon Junior, Aquatic Ecologist  One of the challenges of working throughout the Mid-Atlantic region is becoming familiar with the variety of plants and wildlife that are native to the different climates and habitats, as well as the non-native, invasive plants that may be problematic in each area. When new invasive plants begin […]

Brought to you by our trusted partners at SePRO Corporation, Written by Mark Heilman, Senior Aquatics Technology Leader Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) are easily transferred between different bodies of water and pose a serious threat to aquatic ecosystems. Public policy and common practices of water users should seek to limit spread and prevent new introductions. However, […]

Written by Industry Expert David Ellison, Aquatic Biologist Very often we are asked to look at an issue that has been plaguing someone for years and they are finally ready to resolve the problem once and for all. Phragmites australis, commonly known as phragmites, is one particular species that people quickly become tired of seeing. […]

Written By Industry Expert Shannon Junior, Aquatic Ecologist If you live anywhere in the Chesapeake Bay watershed or the southeastern United States, you have probably heard of the invasive aquatic weed hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata). Hydrilla is native to Asia, but has spread to every continent except Antarctica. It was originally found in the U.S. in […]

By J. Wesley Allen, Environmental Scientist The Muskrat and North American Beaver have adapted to the increasing number of stormwater ponds and facilities, and can cause huge headaches if not recognized and controlled. Muskrats are small dark brown to black aquatic rodents (16-24 in., 1.3-4.4 lbs.) that live in ponds and wetlands throughout most of […]

Written by Greg Blackham, Aquatic Specialist For those of you struggling with phragmites and invasive species control, you know how frustrating eradication goals can be. Traditionally, the main focus of a phragmites management program is herbicide treatment in the fall. During the fall the plants take up more herbicide than at any other time of […]

In response to the recent news about the $500,000 per year cost to manage the 900 acre infestation of the invasive and dangerous aquatic weed, hydrilla, in Lake Waccamaw in North Carolina, and the potential risk that the plant spreads to other lakes, rivers and streams, SOLitude Lake Management recommends the following to lake owners […]

SOLitude Lake Management’s latest edition of our quarterly educational newsletter is now available online to provide you with ongoing lake, pond and fisheries management knowledge. Learn about effective methods for goose control, how to battle Phragmites, and ways to create excitement through recreational fishing. Meet our new Fisheries Biologist, Jeremy Haley, and learn how you […]

Of the number of aquatic weeds that are found in your pond there are many that can cause more issues that others. One of these plants is Hydrilla. Released in the United States in Floridawaterways in the 1960’s, hydrilla has now established in many states. The eradication of this invasive weed is costing millions of dollars each year. This aquatic weed spreads very […]