Flathead Basin Commission

Box 1:  What are AIS and why are they a problem?

Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) are non-native species that threaten the diversity of abundance of native speces or the ecologciay staibility of infested waters, or commericial, agricluture, aquacluturle or recational actiives depending son such waters. AIS include non-pnaitve species t tha may occur... MORE

Box 2:  BOATERS ALERT: 
DON'T MOVE A MUSSEL!!!

Montana is free of zebra and quagga mussels -- let's keep it that way. 

Do your part to keep our waters free of aquatic invaders.  CLEAN, DRAIN AND DRY your boat ... Click here to find out more.

While boats and trailers can carry aquatic invaders into our waters, others must do their part to ensure our waters remain free of biopolluters. 

If you fish...

If you have exotic pets or plants....

If you have an aquarium or water garden....

Land managers also play a critical role in protecting our waters, click here to find out more.



Box 4:  For more information  . . .
Frequently asked questions about zebra/quagga mussels

Boaters Poll

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Volunteer opportunities

Resources (including links)



Box 3:  Learn about specific AIS 
Zebra/Quagga Mussels
AIS Plants
    Eurasian Watermilfoil
    Curlyleaf Pond Weed
    Flowering Rush
    Other