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Aquatic Invasive Species - Invertebrates
Report aquatic invasive species
DNR is seeking sighting information for invasive species in Indiana. If you believe you have spotted an invasive species, report it and, if possible, get pictures to assist in expert identification.
- Report species to:
- EDDMapS website
- The GLEDN app: Apple iOS | Android
- Discuss aquatic invasive species:
- Phone: 317-234-3883
- E-mail: ais@dnr.IN.gov
Prohibited Invasive Mussels
- The Mussel Rule (312 IAC 9-9-3) designates three species of invasive mussels as prohibited species. This rule makes it illegal to import, possess, or release into public or private waters Asiatic clam, quagga mussel, or zebra mussel.
| Common name | Scientific name | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Asiatic clam | Corbicula fluminea | Species Profile |
| **quagga mussel | Dreissena bugensis | Species Profile |
| **zebra mussel | Dreissena polymorpha | Species Profile, Zebra mussel waters |
** Indicates species that are federal injurious species (https://www.fws.gov/injuriouswildlife/pdf_files/Current_Listed_IW.pdf)
Other Aquatic Invasive Invertebrates of Concern
The following invertebrates are not currently regulated in Indiana but are species of concern. Please take precautions to prevent introducing these species or moving them among bodies of water.
| Common name | Scientific name | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese mysterysnail | Cipangopaludina chinensis | Species Profile |
| fishhook waterflea | Cercopagis pengoi | Species Profile |
| New Zealand mudsnail | Potamoyrgus antipodarum | Species Profile |
| red swamp crayfish | Procambarus clarkii | Species Profile |
| rusty crayfish | Orconectes rusticus | Species Profile |
| spiny waterflea | Bythotrephes longimanus | Species Profile |