Aquatic invasive species are animals and plants not native to Kansas that can threaten lake and river ecology, harm native or desirable species, and interfere with our economy.

They often hitchhike with unsuspecting people and can:

• Diminish food supplies and degrade habitat for other species;
• Reduce numbers and variety of desirable fish;
• Reduce fishing and other recreational opportunities;
• Lower property values and decrease quality of municipal water sources;
• Foul water lines, clog intakes, burn out pumps, damage power generating facilities, and decrease water system efficiency; and
• Increase the risk of flooding due to overcrowded biomass and clogging of lake outlets

It is illegal to transport live fish from Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Designated Waters in Kansas. Download the list here.

These resources can help you identify risks, follow best practices, and take action to Protect Kansas Waters.

• Know Where They Are Find out if your favorite lake or river has aquatic invasive species.

• Clean, Drain, Dry Learn how to banish aquatic hitchhikers from your boat and equipment.

• Recognize Aquatic Invasive Species  Learn to recognize Kansas’ Most Unwanted.

• Don’t Move Live Fish The Dos and Don’ts of using live fish for bait.

• Get Bait from Certified Bait Dealers Find one here or learn how to become a certified bait dealer.

• Take the Aquatic Invasive Species Certification Course It’s required to use Council Grove City Lake.

• Know the Laws and Regulations Read up on the laws and regulations designed to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.

• Report an Aquatic Invasive Species Let us know if you think you've found an aquatic invasive species in an unreported location.

• Be a Responsible Aquarium Owner Don’t release anything from your aquarium into the wild.

Aquatic Invasive Species Media Kit

• Don't Dump Bait Logo (PDF)
• AIS Brochure (PDF)
• Happy Lake radio spot - (Listen) (Download)
• Frank & Louie radio spot - (Listen) (Download)