Invasion genetics from eDNA and thousands of larvae: A targeted metabarcoding assay that distinguishes species and population variation of zebra and quagga mussels

by Nichole Angell | Oct 19, 2023 | Uncategorized

Identifying species and population genetic compositions of biological invasions at early life stages and/or from environmental (e)DNA using targeted high-throughput sequencing (HTS) metabarcode assays offers powerful and cost-effective means for early detection,...

Protocol for monitoring Alberta’s irrigation infrastructure for invasive mussels

by Zeineb Bouhlel | Jun 10, 2019 | Uncategorized

This document presents a monitoring protocol for invasive mussels in irrigation canals, pipelines, and associated infrastructure in Alberta, Canada.

Utah Decontamination Protocols to Minimize the Risk for Introduction or Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species

by Jack Cotrone | Jan 8, 2019 | Uncategorized

This document outlines protocols for decontaminating equipment to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species in Utah.

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Aquatic Invasive Species Decontamination Protocol

by Jack Cotrone | Jan 8, 2019 | Uncategorized

This document outlines mandatory protocols for employees of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species.

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Citizen Monitoring Protocols for Zebra Mussels

by Jack Cotrone | Jan 8, 2019 | Uncategorized

This document outlines protocols for using citizen monitoring for early detection of zebra mussels in Minnesota water bodies

Preventing Invasive Species – Alaska Department of Fish and Game Decontamination Protocols

by Jack Cotrone | Jan 4, 2019 | Uncategorized

This document outlines protocols of the Alaska Department of Fish and Game for decontaminating equipment to prevent the spread of invasive species

Division of Fish and Wildlife Discipline Guidelines for Invasive Species Operational Order 113

by Jack Cotrone | Jan 4, 2019 | Uncategorized

This protocol outlines guidelines for Minnesota Division of Fish and Wildlife personnel to use in the monitoring and management of invasive species. This includes gear decontamination protocols for preventing the spread of invasive mussels.

Reducing Accidental Introductions of Invasive Species State Agency Field Work Protocols

by Jack Cotrone | Dec 13, 2018 | Uncategorized

The Washington State Invasive Species Council has developed the following protocols recommended for use by agency staff when working in the field to prevent the inadvertent spread of invasive species. These protocols represent the most basic steps agency staff should...

Uniform Minimum Protocols and Standards for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Programs for Dreissenid Mussels in the Western United States

by Jack Cotrone | Dec 12, 2018 | Uncategorized

The purpose of the Uniform Minimum Protocols and Standards for Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Programs for Dreissenid Mussels in the Western United States (UMPS III) is to 1) provide the best possible recommendations for watercraft inspection and...

Protocols for Decontamination after Sampling Water Resources with AIS

by Jack Cotrone | Dec 12, 2018 | Uncategorized

This protocol describes procedures to be carried out by field personnel of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency when monitoring lakes, rivers, streams, wetlands and groundwater sites. The procedures described seek to reduce or prevent the transport of mature and...