Invasive mussels, like zebra and quagga mussels, are having a devastating effect on the state's natural resources. They negatively impact native fish and mussels, and foul beaches with their sharp shells. They wreak havoc on boating equipment and clog water intake systems. Invasive mussels can form larger populations that can have a great impact on a deep and shallow lakes ecosystem, and can costing taxpayers millions of dollars. Invasive mussels have already invaded several Texas lakes, and could take over all freshwater sources in Texas.
Do your part to save our lakes – Clean, Drain and Dry your boat every time you leave a lake.
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