13 results for Dreissena bugensis (quagga mussel)

Impact ID Scientific Name Impact Type Study Type Study Location Impact Description Geographic Location Reference
4035 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Observational Field In Lake Mead,Dreissena rostriformis bugensis have started to cover the sunken B-29, a rare bomber plane of significant cultural and recreational diving importance; the heavy biomass is causing damage to the plane. Lake Mead, Arizona, USA 35688
5304 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Observational Field The sharp shells of Dreissena rostriformis bugensis cut swimmers feet, with 15-20 reports of injuries a day on average in Konstanz, Germany in Lake Constance (Bodensee). Lake Constance, Konstanz, Germany 38228
5353 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Observational Field The presence of Dreissena rostriformis bugensis in recreational lakes often requires state agencies to have inspection stations for boats; this can lead to a change in frequency of recreational boating, as inspections take extra time for boaters. Salt Lake City, Utah 38355
6010 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Anecdotal Field Aquatic Nuisance Species inspectors will be on-site to conduct prelaunch inspections of trailered and motorized boats launching on to the McPhee Reservoir to help stop the spread of Dreissena bugensis. McPhee Reservoir, Colorado 41354
6390 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Anecdotal N/A Dreissena bugensis spread has led to decreased white fish population, resulting in a three year ban on white fish harvest. Lake Constance, Central/Western Europe 41885
6415 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Anecdotal Field Mussel-sniffing dogs are being used to inspect boats prior to entering the water at Lake Lopez, San Luis California. Lake Lopez, San Luis Obispo, California 41922
6418 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Anecdotal Field Dreissena bugensis populations can harm watercraft. Lake Lopez, San Luis Obispo, California 41922
7402 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Anecdotal N/A Dreissena bugensis are known to damage recreational boats. 42296
7707 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Observational Field The presence of Dreissena bugensis in Snake River, Idaho, and the removal process that followed led to closure of the river for hunters, anglers, and trappers. Snake River, Idaho 42459
7708 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Anecdotal Field Due to the presence of Dreissena bugensis in Snake River, Idaho Fish and Game now calls for all watercraft entering the reopened area to be taken to a wash station for decontamination after exiting the river. Snake River, Idaho 42459
7714 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Anecdotal Field The stretch of Snake River is claimed by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture to take a few years to reopen completely due to the contamination of Dreissena bugensis. Snake River, Idaho 42459
7726 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Anecdotal N/A Dreissena bugensis accumulate on recreation structures such as docks, buoys, anchors, beaches, etc. which requires more maintenance to prevent the structures from being destroyed. 42476
8255 Dreissena bugensis Recreation Anecdotal N/A Recreation-based industries and activities have also been impacted by Dreissena bugensis's biofouling ability; docks, breakwalls, buoys, and boats have all been heavily colonized and beaches have been incidentally littered with dead shells. The extent of negative impacts on recreation due to quagga mussels' ability to colonize both hard and soft substrates is as of yet unclear. 19113

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