Trent question

[Gforsdyke]

Been going to different areas of the Trent for a while to fish the barbel, but recently read that the invasive aquatic species Quagga mussels were found there, apparently a big threat to UK fish and waterways and present in the Thames as well.
I occasionally take my boat up there too, so I don't want to be spreading any of these to other areas (boats are the main way they spread). Has anyone came across any guidance on this or had any experience with them, there's not much info on them out there...

 

[mikench]

I found this .

Quagga mussel discovered for first time in UK

The invasive species, the quagga mussel (Dreissena rostriformis bugensis), has been discovered in the south east.

www.gov.uk

Follow the guidance and better still leave your boat at home .

 

[nottskev]

Not come across this before. Why do you need a boat? You can catch barbel to your heart's content from the bank, as practically everybody else does.

 

[fishface1]

Different species, similar preventative measures.

Zebra mussels - Stop aquatic invaders musseling in

Do you regularly visit waterways? Help stop the spread of invasive non-native species, such as zebra mussels, by following Defra's advice.

basc.org.uk

Help stop the spread of zebra mussels

Zebra mussels are small freshwater mollusks that are native to Eastern Europe/Western Asia. They are believed to have been transported by freighters from European ports in ballast water, which was discharged into the Great Lakes.

www.mass.gov

If you move between river catchments it is imperative that all parts of your boat are fully drained and cleaned and dried. But if you own a boat, you know this is practically impossible.