Invasive New Zealand mudsnails detected in Gellat Lake

Invasive New Zealand mudsnails detected in Gellat Lake

LARAMIE, Wyo. — Thanks to the awareness of local anglers, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department recently verified the presence of New Zealand mudsnails in Gelatt Lake and Wheatland Reservoir #3 near Laramie.  The initial detection at Gellat Lake occurred in late April while a member of the public was angling and noticed small black dots covering the vegetation and rocks. Following the report, samples were taken and sent to the University of Wyomi…