Macrophytes
•Invasive plant species
ßVariable leaf milfoil
ßEurasian milfoil
ßParrot feather
Eurasian milfoil
Invasive species are not currently found in Lake George or Oaks Pond
   lakes should be protected against invasive species

Variable leaf and Eurasian Milfoil
   can reduce water quality
   spread rapidly and out compete native species
   grow in up to 20 ft of water
   Eurasian more aggressive than variable

Variable leaf milfoil already in Maine

Milfoil transported on boat trailers and propellers
   can survive a few days out of water and still regenerate