News: ‘Encouraging news’ in fight against invasive plant in Sokokis Lake
A recent Maine Monitor story highlighted the great work of the Lake Stewards of Maine (LSM) and the importance of addressing aquatic invasive species. Sokokis Lake’s brittle naiad infestation illustrates how quickly and destructively invasive plants can spread, outcompete native vegetation, and disrupt entire lake ecosystems. Because brittle naiad can reproduce from even the smallest fragment, complete eradication becomes extremely difficult once it takes hold. The situation underscores the value of LSM’s trained volunteer network and early detection efforts, which are essential for identifying new infestations quickly and supporting coordinated management actions to protect Maine’s lakes from long-term ecological and economic harm.
Read more at Source: ‘Encouraging news’ in fight against invasive plant in Sokokis Lake By Chris D’Angelo