‘Help is needed’: Invasive species threaten recreational lake users – AuroraToday.ca
June 9, 2026
‘I have seen how water soldier can make water untraversable by boat, canoe, or swimming,’ warned Rama First Nation official
Spring is the time when nature emerges from slumber. It is also a time to be vigilant for invasive species on land and in water, officials warn.
Two species in particular are affecting Lake Simcoe, disrupting the growth of native plants and fish habitat.
Starry stonewort is an invasive macroalgae native to Eurasia that has been found in Lagoon City canals. It’s immune to herbicides and grows densely. If left in the water, cuttings propagate, making it more difficult to eradicate.
