Project Goals
Our team recently launched pilot research in the Virginia Lakes area, including Big Virginia Lake, Little Virginia Lake, and Trumbull Lake, to assess submerged litter and the presence of aquatic invasive species. Through a series of dive surveys, we collected and categorized litter by material type and use, identified heavy-lift debris and hotspot zones, and documented unknown or historical objects. We also assessed underwater plant life and submitted samples to the California Department of Agriculture to help identify potential invasive threats. This foundational work lays the groundwork for ongoing monitoring and ecosystem protection in the region.
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