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Aquatic Invasive Plants: A Field Guide for Michigan Lakes, Streams, and Ponds
Published on April 17, 2025
This guide is designed to help you identify aquatic invasive plants that you might encounter in or near Michigan’s lakes, streams, and ponds. Each entry includes an illustration or photograph highlighting key characteristics to aid in identification. -
How to report suspicious fish and aquatic plant sightings
Published on May 18, 2022
Reporting unusual organisms protects the environment from unwanted invasive species. Be part of the solution by sharing your observations with biologists. -
Multiple infestations of invasive water garden plants discovered this fall in southeast Michigan
Published on November 24, 2021
Over 3,500 pounds of water lettuce and water hyacinth have been removed by the Lake St. Clair Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area and Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy biologists. -
Caring for water gardens in fall reduces problems in winter and spring
Published on September 1, 2021
Water gardens experience major changes as chillier weather approaches; managing plants, fish and debris throughout the fall will lead to greater success next year. -
Be a smart gardener and protect lakes, streams and wetlands
Published on January 22, 2021
Check out our new Smart Gardening for Shorelands tip sheets to learn how you can landscape with water quality in mind. -
Guide for the Identification, Mapping and Management of Aquatic Plants of Michigan (WQ55)
Published on October 27, 2015
A Citizen's Guide for the Identification, Mapping and Management of the Common Rooted Aquatic Plants of Michigan Lakes -
Working Together In Michigan for Healthy Waters- RIPPLE brochure
Brochure highlighting the aquatic invasive species outreach program Reduce Invasive Pet and Plant Escapes with identification tips and descriptions of prohibited and restricted aquatic plants.
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