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Gr8LakesRestoration
Приєднався 15 вер 2011
Documentaries on things we love about the Great Lakes, information about the invasive species that threaten them, and how you can help in restoring them.
LITTLE THINGS big problems-- Invasives Impacting Culture
More than 180 non-native species are found in the Great Lakes, many impacting cultural practices. The Grand Portage Band of Chippewa has been subsisting on the lakes for all of its history. Lake Superior is not just a beautiful destination but home and provides for a certain way of life. Invasive species threaten the native plants and animals of the Great Lakes, and threaten the lifestyle of the Ojibwe people.
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LITTLE THINGS big problems-- Spiny Water Flea
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Spiny water flea is a little crustacean that's causing a big problem for native wildlife. This unique looking non-native invasive creature is interrupting the food web from the bottom up. It devours the microscopic organisms that small fish depend on. Bigger fish, turtles, and birds, rely on a diverse population of smaller fish. This problem not only affects animals but the people that enjoy vi...
LITTLE THINGS big problems-- Spotted Knapweed
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The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is a collection of isolated islands in Lake Superior. Its natural beauty brings thousands of people to kayak, bird watch, sight see, camp, fish, and hike. With these recreationist also comes the potential to introduce non native plants and animals to new places. One plant of major concern is spotted knapweed. It is a beautiful purple flower, but prevents o...
LITTLE THINGS big problems-- Invasive Plants In Our Parks
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National Parks are known for being beautiful natural native areas. What you may not know, threatening each of these national treasures are scores of invasive plants prepared to crowd out, smother, shade and poison the native vegetation. Park staff and volunteers work tirelessly to preserve these places unimpaired for future generations. The national park's needs your help, volunteer to join thi...
LITTLE THINGS big problems-- Emerald Ash Borer
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The emerald ash borer is killing trees all around the Great Lakes and is spreading through the United States. Not only is it killing trees in National Parks and urban areas, it is threatening the lumber industry that provides ash wood for Major League Baseball bats. You can slow its spread by not moving firewood. Burn it where you buy it!
LITTLE THINGS big problems-- Aquatic Invaders
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Zebra mussel, quagga mussel, round goby and other invasive species are causing havoc on Lake Michigan. This is causing the food web to become out of balance, and may be causing birds to die. National Park biologist and USGS scientist are trying to figure out what is causing this. Can this mystery be solved before the endangered great lakes piping plover becomes extinct? People can help, clean d...