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Golden Mussels Threaten California Water | Sacramento News
California’s facing a silent invasion: the golden mussel, a resilient, globally ranked top-five invasive species now threatening the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Found at Stockton and spreading to West Sacramento, these mussels risk billions in damage and disrupt vital water supplies. Enter the Invasive Species Corporation from Davis, testing zequanox—a biodegradable, fish-safe solution originally designed for zebra and quagga mussels, now re-engineered for golden mussels. Scientists like Brady Hirschfeld and Pam Marrone are racing to get it approved by California’s EPA, with field trials…
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