Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) in Colorado's Waterways
Did you know invasive species like zebra, quagga, and golden mussels could threaten our water supply? These little pests clog up pipes and canals, which could impact the water we all depend on for our beer.
Let’s help keep the beer flowing!
You can join the fight by saying “Oh SHELL no!” to invasive mussels and spreading the word about the importance of cleaning, draining and drying all boating, paddling and fishing gear after each use.
Colorado’s drinking water, agriculture, as well as our beer, wine, and distilling industries could be impacted by Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS). Zebra, quagga and golden mussels can attach themselves to the inside of pipes in massive numbers, forming dense clogs that reduce the amount of water that can be delivered. Dense patches of Eurasian watermilfoil, an invasive aquatic plant, can also impede the flow of water. These species could affect Colorado farms and related industries that use water delivered by pipes and canals.
TAKE ACTION: Be a Pain in the ANS!
Download & post this poster in your place of business to help spread the word and keep our water flowing! Learn more about the Colorado Parks & Wildlife Aquatic Nuisance Species program here.
