Hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata), dubbed one of the world's most invasive aquatic plants, was found in the Cayuga Inlet in 2011. The Hydrilla Task Force is working to eradicate hydrilla in the Cayuga Lake Watershed
4 acres of hydrilla treated with copper compound August 13. At no time will the herbicide concentration exceed safe water use standards for humans, wildlife, or fish.
Think you've found hydrilla among the Cayuga Lake Watershed? Report a suspect by clicking here!
Everyone can help in the fight against hydrilla. Learn more about what you can do to stop the spread of this invasive water weed.
There are four main management options for hydrilla: biological, chemical, mechanical, and physical.
Hydrilla can reduce water flow, clog or damage water control structures, reduce fish populations, and compromise recreational uses such as boating & swimming.
Sharon Anderson
Environment Team Leader
ska2@cornell.edu
(607) 272-2292 ext. 156
Last updated December 20, 2018