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Zebra mussel
Dreissena polymorpha
Status:
Established
Habitat:
Freshwater
Threats:
Fouling, negative impacts on native species and local extinction of unionids.
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Check Clean Dry
Guidance for Anglers
Guidance for Boaters
Guidance for canoeists, kayakers and stand up paddle boarders
Guidance for Aquaculture
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Guidance for Divers
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Check Clean Dry Resources
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Pet Owners
Pet Traders
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Are you a retailer?
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