Invasive species are spreading. Hundreds of invasive species have infiltrated our lakes, rivers and forests. This puts our native fish, plants and animals and their habitats at risk. After an invasive species arrives it is almost impossible to remove it. This can cause irreparable damage to important habitats and ecosystems.
Algae are unicellular microscopic plants that occur naturally in lakes, ponds, rivers and streams. Algae require warm temperatures, sunlight and an influx of nutrients in order to flourish. When these conditions are accelerated, algae can grow at a considerable rate resulting in algal blooms.
