Aquatic invasive species spread aggressively and crowd out native plants, fish and wildlife, potentially devastating the health of our lakes. The Waupaca Chain O'Lakes Lake District and the Waupaca Chain O'Lakes Association are working hard to control four species identified in the Waupaca Chain O'Lakes: Zebra Mussels, Purple Loosestrife, Curly Leaf Pondweed and Eurasian Water Milfoil.
Purple Loosestrife Purple Loosestrife is distinguished by its squared stem, whorled leaves and bright magenta flowers. Additional Information
Eurasian Milfoil
Eurasion Water Milfoil is distinguished by its whorls of leaves with 12-21 pairs of leaflets. Additional Information