| Impact ID | 8280 |
| Impact Type | Environmental Water Quality |
| Study Type | Observational |
| Study Location | Field |
| Impact Description | Microcystis became a prevalent alga in Saginaw Bay, Lake Huron following the invasion of zebra mussels (Dreissena polymorpha). The introduction appeared to spur a number of other changes to the phytoplankton community as well, including a shift from shade-tolerant species to light-tolerant species. This study, along with others, indicates that zebra mussels can have a significant effect on nutrient cycling in invaded ecosystems. |
| Reference | 24586 |
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| Location | Saginaw Bay, Lake Huron, USA |