The State of California is taking significant steps to combat the recent discovery of golden mussels in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. According to officials, this marks the first occurrence of the invasive species in North America. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is leading the charge, offering $1 million in grants to boating facility operators. These funds aim to enhance efforts against invasive mussels in the state’s lakes, reservoirs, and waterways. The golden mussel, native to East and Southeast Asia, poses a severe threat to California’s ecosystems and infrastructure.

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