How should carp be prevented from entering the Great Lakes at Chicago?

Oct 9 2009 David Poulson No Comments
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The artificial connection between the Mississippi River and Great Lakes watersheds at Chicago is a highway for spreading invasive species between the regions. An electric barrier is meant to discourage invaders such as the voracious Asian carp which are knocking on the Great Lakes’ door. Is it enough?

Cast your vote on how best to slam this door on invasive species. Read this Echo story and also this one for background.
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