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Unique mussel found in St. Croix River proposed for endangered species designation
Salamander mussels have been widely wiped out, but the St. Croix remains a stronghold.
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Helping mussels hitch a ride to a healthier St. Croix River
Biologists work to restore endangered species that was once thought to be extinct, and today only breeds in the St. Croix River.
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Unsung aquatic hero could get a big boost from dam removals
Freshwater mussels are some of the most imperiled species in North America. Experts say we can change that by rethinking our infrastructure.
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Bowfishing risk to St. Croix River could be reduced with reasonable rules
Researchers raise concerns about long-term outlook for the growing sport with few limits.
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Scientists study St. Croix mussels in race to solve die-off epidemic
Biologists alarmed about mass mussel deaths across the country look to the healthy St. Croix to help figure out what’s happening.
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Flexing Mussels, Part 3: A morning with the winged mapleleaf moms
Scientists try to help a species in danger of extinction, supporting reproduction with hopes to someday restore the mussels in the St. Croix and other rivers.
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Flexing Mussels, Part 2: Searching for St. Croix River spectaclecase
Elusive and endangered species finds refuge in rocky reaches, where biologists seek answers to guide protection.
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St. Croix Creature Feature: River is refuge for endangered mussel
Spectaclecase species is subject of intensive research and protection.
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Mussels making moves for water quality
The St. Croix River’s abundant mussels play an important role in keeping the water clean.
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Creature Feature: Winged mapleleaf mussels cling to existence in a short stretch of the St. Croix
Endangered mollusks only live in a fraction of their historic range, while scientist seek to better understand and protect their delicate population.
