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Idaho’s Quagga Mussel Battle Shows Progress | Seattle News
Idaho’s fight against quagga mussels in the Snake River shows promising progress, with a 77% drop this year thanks to aggressive copper treatments. Officials are targeting hard-to-reach spots with scuba divers, aiming for full eradication before these fast-reproducing invaders cripple water systems and agriculture. While treatments harm native wildlife, experts warn the cost of inaction is far greater. With Governor Brad Little backing the plan and other states watching closely, Idaho’s bold strategy could set a national precedent for invasive species control. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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