Contact AquaticWeed.org — Editorial Team & Inquiries

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We welcome questions, corrections, and feedback from the aquatic science and management community, lake owners, researchers, and the general public. Our editorial team reads and responds to all substantive inquiries. Please review the guidance below to ensure your inquiry reaches the right resource — many site-specific management and identification questions are better served by state agencies and extension services that can provide regionally specific assistance.

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Content Corrections and Feedback

If you believe a factual error exists on any page of AquaticWeed.org, we want to know. We investigate all reported errors promptly. When reporting a potential error, it is most helpful to include:

• The URL of the page where the error appears
• The specific statement you believe is incorrect
• The source or evidence that supports the correct information

We also welcome feedback on content gaps — topics you believe we should cover that are not yet addressed, or areas where our existing content could be more comprehensive or clearer. We track these requests and use them to prioritize future content development. See our editorial policy for how we handle corrections.

Partnership and Collaboration Inquiries

AquaticWeed.org welcomes collaboration inquiries from:

• University aquatic science programs and researchers who would like to contribute content, review species profiles, or discuss data sharing
• State aquatic invasive species programs interested in linking to or co-developing content for their state programs
• Non-profit conservation organizations with missions related to freshwater protection and aquatic invasive species prevention
• Federal agencies interested in distributing AquaticWeed.org content through agency channels or collaborating on public education materials

We do not partner with commercial entities in the aquatic management industry in ways that could create or appear to create editorial conflicts of interest. See our independence policy for details.

Research and Media Inquiries

Journalists, researchers, and educators who need expert commentary, data sources, or background on aquatic weed management issues in the United States may contact us for assistance locating appropriate subject-matter experts and authoritative sources. We are happy to provide source guidance and review drafts for technical accuracy as a public service for educational and journalistic projects.

Content Licensing and Reuse

AquaticWeed.org content may be used for non-commercial educational purposes with proper attribution. For permission to reproduce, adapt, or incorporate our content into other educational resources, contact us with a description of the intended use, the specific content you wish to use, and the context in which it will appear. We respond to all permission requests.

What We Cannot Help With

To serve users well, it's important to be clear about the types of questions that are better answered by other resources:

• Site-specific species identification: We cannot reliably identify plants from photographs or text descriptions submitted by email. Your state's cooperative extension service, state natural resources agency invasive species program, or a local lake management professional can provide on-site or sample-based identification that is specific to your region. Many state programs offer this service at no charge.
• Site-specific management recommendations: Recommending the right management approach for a specific lake, pond, or canal requires assessment of the species present, water body characteristics, intended uses, adjacent land use, and applicable permit requirements. This is the work of a licensed aquatic plant management professional or state agency biologist. AquaticWeed.org provides the educational background to help you have an informed conversation with these professionals.
• Permit applications and regulatory compliance: Aquatic weed management permit requirements vary by state and sometimes by water body type within a state. Contact your state's Department of Natural Resources, Department of Environmental Quality, or equivalent agency for current permit requirements before any management action.
• Emergency situations: If you are dealing with a suspected new aquatic invasive species detection, contact your state's invasive species reporting hotline immediately. Early detection and rapid response is time-critical — don't wait for an email response.

State Resources for Immediate Assistance

For site-specific identification, management recommendations, and permit guidance, your first contact should be:

• Your state's Cooperative Extension Service: Search "[your state] cooperative extension aquatic invasive species" for free educational resources and contact information for regional extension specialists.
• Your state's Department of Natural Resources (or equivalent): Most state DNR agencies maintain aquatic invasive species programs with staff who can assist with identification confirmation and management guidance.
• InvasiveSpecies.gov: The federal gateway to invasive species information, including links to state programs: invasivespecies.gov

See our editorial team and about page for more information about who produces AquaticWeed.org content and our standards for the content we publish.