It's been 20 years since the non-native zebra mussel entered the Great Lakes in the ballast water of an oceangoing vessel. And still no effective controls on ballast water discharges in the Great Lakes. But at least Congressman Vern Ehlers is trying. When will the shipping industry accept its stewardship responsibilities?
To sport anglers, the round goby is a headache that could turn to a migraine.
A prolific, invasive species from the Caspian Sea, the gobies in Lake Michigan are crowding out the perch.
"Gobies are the worst. They're just all over the place," said John Borgman, of Gold Coast Outfitters tackle shop in Ottawa County's Port Sheldon Township. "Where we used to catch perch, they're gone.
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Posted by Dave at April 11, 2006 11:01 AM