Is there invasive aquadic plants growing in the pond? It looks like aquarium plants in there on the SW side of the pond in shallow water. Fish that look like zebra fish are swimming there too.

Reporter
Nov. 30, 2010, 9:54 a.m.

Hi Kathryn, thank you for your report. I have included information about Scotch Broom, which can become established quickly in open areas if no control measures are taken. Unfortunately, this species has taken hold throughout much of western Oregon - thus the reason it readily overtakes other native vegetation when areas become open.

I have forwarded the other information you provided on aquatic plants and zebra-like fish to ODFW and Portland State University staff, and await word on what they find.

Thank you for your report!

Lisa DeBruyckere
Nov. 30, 2010, 10:05 a.m.