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Recently found in Lake Tahoe in August 2023
Posted: Sun Mar 03, 2024 11:37 pm
by WB Staff
Meet the invasive New Zealand mud snail. Recently found in Lake Tahoe in August 2023, these snails are notoriously difficult to detect due to their extremely small size (4 to 6 mm). One snail and its offspring can result in more than 2.7 billion snails in four years – forming dense populations and displacing native species. Keep an eye out for them, they can easily be transported on fishing gear (waders, boots, boats, etc.).
How can you help: Visually inspect all fishing gear and remove any debris before departing the location, freeze gear for more than 24 hours or wash in over 140oF water. Utilize trailer/boat inspection and wash stations where available. Report any positive detections (866)440-9530 (California) or (775)688-1314 (Nevada).
Photo: New Zealand mud snails by Robyn Draheim/USFWS
Re: Recently found in Lake Tahoe in August 2023
Posted: Mon Mar 04, 2024 6:20 am
by birdman920
I see it now ! $$$ for your Mud Snail sticker to go with mussel sticker !…..