by Blair Showalter | Nov 1, 2019 | Zebra Mussels
Zebra Mussel Myth #1: Zebra mussels cannot be eradicated The notion that zebra mussels cannot be eradicated once they infest a lake appears again and again in the media. It often shows up before zebra mussels themselves are detected. Its purpose at this stage is to...
by Blair Showalter | Nov 1, 2019 | Zebra Mussels
Zebra Mussel Myth #2: Zebra mussels must be eradicated Once zebra mussels or quagga mussels are widely distributed throughout a large lake, there is little hope for eradication with currently available methods. In these cases, it is important to let go of the myth...
by Blair Showalter | Nov 1, 2019 | Zebra Mussels
Zebra Mussel Myth #3: Zebra mussel control systems should be engineered Good engineering is absolutely vital for the smooth operation of any water treatment plant or power generation facility, but time and zebra mussels wait for no one — not even engineers. Developing...
by Blair Showalter | Nov 1, 2019 | Zebra Mussels
Zebra Mussel Myth #4: Copper kills fish Copper is toxic to fish at high concentrations. That much is true. But copper is also a natural element that is approved for use in drinking water. When used efficiently, at concentrations well below the minimum for drinking...
by Blair Showalter | Aug 12, 2019 | News
Zebra mussel rapid response plan to protect Columbia River in Pacific Northwest Army Corps of Engineers preparedness strategy for possible zebra-mussel and quagga-mussel infestations includes EarthTec® QZ from Earth Science Laboratories to protect Columbia River...
