Invasive Species
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In Photos: Thousands of Goldfish Swarm in Colorado Lake
By Jeanna Bryner published
Thousands of goldfish were spotted in March in Teller Lake #5 off Arapahoe Road in Boulder, Colorado, and biologists are concerned. Here's a look at the fish-filled lake.

Killer Shrimp Could Invade the Great Lakes
By Laura Geggel published
Killer shrimp, creatures that indiscriminately slay other animals without eating them, may soon join the list of invasive species living in the Great Lakes, a new study finds.

When You Stray From a Trail, Invasive Species Follow
By Rachel DeSantis published
Straying from the trail, hikers can spread invasive species deep into the woods.

Near-Extinct Galápagos Island Tortoises Make Colossal Comeback
By Tanya Lewis published
Once down to only 15 animals, giant tortoises on Espãnola, a tiny Galápagos island, now number about 1,000, making the reptile one of conservation's greatest success stories.

Suspenseful Video: Alligator Attacks Scaredy Cat
By Becky Oskin published
An amazing video from the Florida Keys shows a curious domestic cat nearly become a midnight snack for an American alligator.

Invasive Camel Crickets Widespread in US Homes
By Megan Gannon published
An invasive species of camel cricket from Asia is now far more common in American basements than the native variety, a citizen science project found.
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