Great Lakes whitefish are disappearing, largely due to an explosion of invasive mussels. These filter feeders consume much of the food that baby whitefish need to make it to adulthood.
But there may be some hope. Lake Superior, which has far fewer mussels than the other lakes, is the last refuge for whitefish. And another invasive species, the round goby, may be an unlikely ally in the fight against mussels.
This video was produced in partnership with @bridge.michigan
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