The mussels could infiltrate local ecosystems if people dump their aquariums into lakes and rivers. They can wreak havoc on personal property, too.
Wildlife
Federal government extends public comment period for Arctic seal critical habitat
The federal government is extending the public comment period for proposed critical habitat for ringed and bearded seals.
Eagle euthanized after being found hanging upside down like a bat near Juneau’s airport
The stranded eagle was euthanized after it was determined that it had been starving and its injuries prevented it from hunting or catching food.
Biologists look at environmental DNA for clues about endangered Cook Inlet belugas
As they swim through the Kenai River, fish shed tiny bits of environmental DNA — in skin cells, feces, even mucous. Researchers are collecting this eDNA from the river to understand which species of fish are there.
Kaktovik tribe says Biden didn’t reach out before agreement with Canada over caribou in Arctic refuge
The Native Village of Kaktovik is speaking out against the Biden administration, claiming their tribe wasn’t consulted about an agreement President Biden made with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau regarding protections of the porcupine caribou herd in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Sunken fishing vessel causes fuel spill in Sitka Sound
According to a report from the Department of Environmental Conservation, the vessel owner reported 1500 gallons of diesel fuel and 55 gallons of hydraulic oil on board at the time of sinking.