b'E N V I R O N M E N TA LAWA R E N E S SInvasive plants and animals in Connecticut Watersridalo F1. Eurasian milfoil: f oitysSubmerged, perennial aquatic plant with green feathered type leaves. The stems areervinbrownish-red to light green. Milfoil produces pink flowers between July and August. U, xoF nosA i l2ft. 2. Fanwort:m K Submerged plant that ranges in color fromuicno grass green to olive and to reddish brown. The orD , leaves are finely divided and strictly opposite1ikdi V arranged.Small white flowers with six petals t reb o emerge among the floating leaves.R 3nnoCU3. Hydrilla:,ffohSubmersed, rooted plant with long stems that branch at the surface where growth becomes r hehorizontal and dense mats form under the water surface. Leaves are small and pointed and theMe ils e Lplant will produce tiny white flowers.4 4. Zebra mussel:Zebra mussels are small, striped rigid mussel that grows to a maximum length of 2.5 cm (approximately one inch) in length. The shell color is black or brown with variable white to yellow striped or zig zag patterns and they can live up to five years. Zebra mussels are established in Lakes Lillinonah, Zoar and Housatonic in the Housatonic River, and the Twin Lakes in Salisbury. These mussels can impact the ecosystem, foul boat hulls and engine cooling systems, are sharp to step on and can clog power plant, industrial and drinking water intakes.55. Quagga mussel:The quagga is slightly larger than the zebra mussel. The shell is striped but is more pale toward the end of the hinge. Color patterns vary widely with black, cream, or white bands. The quagga has a rounded angle and a convex ventral side. Quagga mussels have not been found int na rConnecticut waters. Gae Sn ag i hc i MBefore Leaving & Before Launching.Inspect Everything!Storage AnchorDock Lines Compartments Live Wells BilgePropThrough-hull fittings Hull GimbleTrailer Axle Rollers/Bunks Area Motor IntakesCLEAN. DRAIN. DRY2020 Connecticut BOATERS GUIDE53'