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Floating Primrose Willow
Floating primrose willow is an aquatic perennial species that floats on water or sprawls along mud in wet environments. It is one of WNY PRISM’s approaching region priority species. Keep a lookout!
Parrot Feather Watermilfoil
Parrot feather is an aquatic perennial species named for its bright green, feather-like appearance.
Red Swamp Crayfish
Red swamp crayfish are crustaceans that are dark red in color and grow to 2-5 inches in length. The plates on the body of the red swamp crayfish touch on the center of its back distinguishing from the native white river crayfish.
Tench
Tench is a member of the carp family. They have dark olive to pale golden coloring, a white-bronze belly, bright red-orange eyes and a small barbel at the corners of the mouth. The fins are dark in color, rounded and lack spines. Tench have a deep, but thin body and grow up to 18 inches long.
Carolina Fanwort
Carolina fanwort forms extremely dense stands that clog drainage systems and waterways, interfering with recreational activities. Dense stands also negatively impact native biodiversity.