Zebra and quagga mussels can create long-term taste and odor issues in drinking water supplies and clog water intake structures.

Boating is a primary pathway for the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species to and from Whatcom County lakes.

Zebra and quagga mussels attach themselves to hard surfaces tightly like superglue and are very difficult to remove without high pressure, hot water.

Once an aquatic invasive species becomes established in a waterbody, it becomes increasingly difficult and costly to manage the population.

Aquatic invasive species can cause long-term taste and odor issues in drinking water supplies.

Aquatic invasive species can make shoreline areas hazardous and uninviting for recreational users and waterfront property owners.