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Fatmucket Mussel Lampsilis siliquoidea
State: SINC   Federal: N/A
Creeper Mussel Strophitus undulatus
State: SINC   Federal: N/A
Spectaclecase (mussel) Cumberlandia monodonta
State:    Federal: Endangered
Large fish eat zebra mussels, provide excellent angling opportunity In recent years, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) has embarked on a project to stock blue catfish in many of the state's lakes. Blue catfish grow very large (the state record is 94 pounds), provide excellent table fare, and have the added benefit of browsin ... Read More


Large fish eat zebra mussels, provide excellent angling opportunity FARLINGTON -- In recent years, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) has embarked on a project to stock blue catfish in many of the state's lakes. Blue catfish grow very large (the state record is 94 pounds), provide excellent table fare, and have the added bene ... Read More


May 8, 2014Aquatic nuisance species such as Asian carp and zebra mussels threaten waterwaysTOPEKA – As the warming weather beckons outdoor enthusiasts to their favorite lake or river, Kansans should remember that they play a critical role in helping stop aquatic invaders that threaten lakes and rivers in Kansas and many other states. Aquatic nu ... Read More


Issue features a complete guide to Kansas state parks The May/June issue of Kansas Wildlife & Parks magazine is on newsstands now. With an additional 32 pages, this issue includes a comprehensive state park guide. The guide has individual maps of all 24 state parks, as well as information about facilities, cabins, and trails. Other artic ... Read More