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Alewives

Former Michigan conservation director recounts “spectacular” fish story

By Will Grimm | May 1, 2019

Howard Tanner’s revolutionary decision 50 years ago dramatically changed the ecology of the Great Lakes.

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Alarm cues and fish sorters are new weapons in lamprey fight

By Claire Moore | April 30, 2019

Multiple methods needed to control destructive Great Lakes invader.

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Red swamp crayfish could be next Great Lakes invasive

By Kaley Fech | March 29, 2019

A new study predicts where the red swamp crayfish could next pop up on the Great Lakes. That could help state agencies prevent the spread of the fast reproducing invader that alters entire ecosystems.

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Invasive species control requires more than talk

By Angela Mulka | February 20, 2019

Study examines how what boaters are told about invasive species influences their actions.

Fish

Study tracks flathead catfish route into Great Lakes

By Whitney McDonald | December 14, 2018

It has harmed native fish populations elsewhere.

Phragmites are a grass like invasive species that can grow to a height of 10 ft. Photo: Nps.gov.
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Phrag fight: is it friend or foe?

By Whitney McDonald | November 16, 2018

How the First Nations people of Walpole Island are approaching the phragmites problem.

Climate change

Changing climate linked to changing species

By Anntaninna Biondo | October 11, 2018

But public fails to make the link.

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Use app to be on the lookout for invaders threatening Michigan

By Kaley Fech | September 28, 2018

How do you know if what you’re looking at is an invasive species? There’s an app for that.

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Are invasive mussels helping the Great Lakes?

By Dave Rosenthal | July 13, 2018

Michigan State University researchers say invasive quagga mussels are actually doing some good.

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Cameras aim dredge at Lake Michigan mussels

By Kate Habrel | April 23, 2018

Scientists are using GoPros to guide equipment that tracks invasive quagga mussels.

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  • Michigan Press Association honors Echo reporters

    Ten Great Lakes Echo reporters recently scored honors in the 2023 Michigan Press Association’s College Better Newspaper Contest.  “Our bench is deep, but it has to be to cover the world’s most important beat,” said Echo Editor David Poulson

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Commentary

  • GUEST COMMENTARY: Speak up to stop the spotted lanternfly and other invaders

    By David Strayer If you’ve driven Michigan’s highways lately, you’ve probably seen the billboards: a big picture of a lanternfly, with the message, “See it. Squish it. Report it.” This is good advice, as far as it goes, but it should go further. The spotted lanternfly is a serious pest that is poised to cause […]

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Podcasts

  • Four electric buses will hit University of Michigan’s campus next summer

    Power is supplied to the electric motor very quickly which gives the electric bus high performance and rapid acceleration.

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Climate Stories

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Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
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Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
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These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
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How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
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COVID-19

  • Communities welcome return of winter festivals

    By Sammy Schuck Most people may know that festivals attract people to Michigan communities. What most may not know is that festivals and events in the state are an annual $1 billion industry, according to Michigan Festivals and Events Association CEO Mike Szukhent. According to Szukhent, the lack of winter festivals last year “hit hard.” […]

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