An invasive aquatic plant is taking over the Connecticut River, and scientists are putting red dye in the river to figure out a solution.
Hydrilla, also known as waterthymes, was first found in Connecticut more than 30 years ago, but was not detected in the river until 2016.
“It can thrive in poor conditions,” Palm said. “It causes algae bloom, it grows several inches a day, it sounds almost like a cartoon monster. It even hosts a bacteria that actually can punch holes in the brains of eagles.” The four sites are Keeney Cove in Glastonbury, Chapman Pond in East Haddam, Chester Boat Basin in Chester and Selden Cove in Lyme.
“This dye mimics herbicides, if you will, and how long they might last,” Bugbee said. “It's very important before anything is decided that information is put forth as to what would be the consequences of what we do and how it can be done in an environmentally safe manner.”Bugbee said the dye is safe to use in the water and will dilute fast.
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