Invasive plant elodea discovered in Potter Marsh

The invasive weed called elodea has now been spotted in Potter Marsh.
Elodea
Elodea is a common aquarium plant that’s illegal to buy or sell in Alaska because it can choke out native plants and alter fish habitat.
According to Department of Natural Resources spokeswoman Elizabeth Bluemink, a U.S. Department of Fish and Wildlife employee discovered the plant in early October. Bluemink said the infestation appears to be less than an acre in size and seems to be confined to the southeastern a