City of Ripon

The Jewel of the Valley

What are invasive species?

An invasive species is a plant, fungus, or animal species that is not native to a specific location (an introduced species), and which has a tendency to spread to a degree believed to cause damage to the environment, human economy or human health.  Below are some external links to how to help stop aquatic hitchhikers in our region:

• Quagga and Zebra Mussels (California Department of Fish and Wildlife) – Maps, educational materials, and guidance documents https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Quagga-Mussels
• National Invasive Species Information Center (United States Department of Agriculture) – Information, links, and resources for California’s invasive species.
  • Water Hyacinth: http://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/aquatics/waterhyacinth.shtml
  • Zebra Mussel: http://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/aquatics/zebramussel.shtml
  • Quagga Mussel: http://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/aquatics/quagga.shtml

• Division of Boating and Waterways (California State Parks) – Information, links, and resources for California’s invasive species.
  • Water Hyacinth
  • Quagga & Zebra Mussels