IV. Utilizing an electric barrier will eliminate issues for boaters on the Great Lakes
Not only are Asian carp affecting the ecosystem and food web in the Great Lakes, but they are also affecting the humans who use the lake. During the summer season, the Great Lakes are used the most for the use of boating and sport of fishing. After the invasion of the carp, many boaters, as well as the fishing industry, have faced many impacts from the species. This section will discuss the consequences that boaters face due to the invasion of Asian carp and how an electric barrier can eliminate the issues the boaters are dealing with.
i. Boaters and boating equipment are being injured
Along with the Great Lakes ecosystems being affected by the Asian
Not only are Asian carp affecting the ecosystem and food web in the Great Lakes, but they are also affecting the humans who use the lake. During the summer season, the Great Lakes are used the most for the use of boating and sport of fishing. After the invasion of the carp, many boaters, as well as the fishing industry, have faced many impacts from the species. This section will discuss the consequences that boaters face due to the invasion of Asian carp and how an electric barrier can eliminate the issues the boaters are dealing with.
i. Boaters and boating equipment are being injured
Along with the Great Lakes ecosystems being affected by the Asian