PROTECT THE WATERS YOU LOVE

Clean. Drain. Dry.

Aquatic Nuisance Species

Words: Clean - inspect all equipment and remove ANS, Drain - all water, Dry - all equipment before entering another waterbody

Assist your lake with ANS surveillance. As docks and lifts are pulled from the water this fall, please inspect all equipment for ANS.

Species like zebra mussels can be detrimental to aquatic ecosystems and like to attach to hard surfaces, right angles and shaded areas.

Zebra mussels are small (less than 2 inches), D-shaped bivalves with alternating light and dark strips.

If found, take a picture and report it online.

Inspect your boat, trailer and equipment like decoys, waders, blinds and even your dog.
Remove all plants, animals, and mud from your equipment.
Drain all water from your livewells, ballast tanks, engine and other equipment.
- Remember to pull all plugs that may hold back water during overland transport.

Learn the rules and regulations.

Discover what species are classified as Aquatic Nuisance Species.

Report Aquatic Nuisance Species sightings.

The following aquatic nuisance species are known to be in at least one water body within North Dakota: