Humans: The True Invasive Species
Development on Lake Superior could be the greater threat to the lake than pollution, rising temperatures and invasive species believes a panel of scientists.
As the level of most toxic pollutants has dropped over the years, the potential for more runoff, erosion and destruction of habitat will increase as more people develop and occupy the lake's shores. The fish communities of Lake Superior remain relatively healthy, but Lake Superior faces threats near its tributaries and near shore areas.
Traditional invasive species continue to be a problem, but human pressures are seen as a far greater risk to the lake.
October 31, 2007 6:13 AM | Category: Invasive Species