Myriophyllum aquaticum
Myriophyllum aquaticum
(parrot feather)
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6 results for Myriophyllum aquaticum (parrot feather)

Impact ID Scientific Name Impact Type Study Type Study Location Impact Description Reference
3432 Myriophyllum aquaticum Recreation Anecdotal N/A Dense mats of parrot feather impedes recreational fishing activities. Floating mats are sometimes... 32712
3437 Myriophyllum aquaticum Recreation Observational Field Over growth of parrot feather can seriously interfere with the recreational use of streams and dams. 32676
3442 Myriophyllum aquaticum Recreation Observational Field Dense stands of parrot feather cause problems by interfering with recreational activities such as... 32668
7108 Myriophyllum aquaticum Recreation Anecdotal N/A Dense growth of Myriophyllum aquaticum can diminish the recreational value of water bodies. 32717
7113 Myriophyllum aquaticum Recreation Observational Field Parrot feather is an important species in the aquarium trade and commonly used in recreational... 32688
7114 Myriophyllum aquaticum Recreation Observational Field Parrot feather is an important species in the aquarium trade and often used in water gardens. This... 14457

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2025]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [6/24/2025].

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