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Michigan State University and USGS team up in state-federal partnership for fishery and wildlife science

Published on November 3, 2022
Michigan to host the 42nd USGS Cooperative Research Unit
Mobile Boat Wash Program season wrap up

Published on November 2, 2022
The Mobile Boat Wash Program has wrapped up its 8th season of boat wash events for organizations across Michigan dedicated to aquatic invasive species prevention.
Box tree moth sampling concludes for 2022

Published on October 20, 2022
For the second straight year, no invasive box tree moth caterpillars or adults were detected in Michigan.
Freshwater mussels of Michigan

Published on September 9, 2022
Native clams live long and fascinating lives in our lakes and rivers.
Erica Clites joins Extension team in southeast Michigan

Published on August 24, 2022
She is working with local communities, agencies, and other partners and networks in Wayne, Macomb, Monroe, and St. Clair counties.
State of the Great Lakes 2022 Reports: A look at prevention, control, and impact mitigation for aquatic invasive species in the Great Lakes

Published on August 23, 2022
While prevention of overall new aquatic invasive species is rated as good, the impact of the continued spread of existing invasive species nets the lakes a "poor" rating.
First detection of spotted lanternfly in Michigan

Published on August 18, 2022
A new insect brings new problems.
When it comes to aquatic invasive species, how do we know what we don't know?

Published on August 18, 2022
Gap analysis helps scientists understand what type of research is still needed to help them gain a more complete picture of invasive species' impact on Michigan.
Alien language: What’s in a (species) name?

Published on August 10, 2022
Part 5: Across many different taxa, there are a number of common names assigned to species that have racist, xenophobic, or other ethically troubling connotations. These names present significant challenges to effective science outreach and education.
MSU at forefront of sea lamprey eradication efforts

Published on August 8, 2022
Great Lakes Fishery Commission supports new MSU lab to study lamprey biology