Biological Community Monitoring

The USGS real-time fish telemetry network is operated in collaboration with partner agencies including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the States of Illinois, Ohio, and Michigan. The primary function of this network is to monitor the movement of invasive carp in priority rivers. When invasive carp are detected at one of our receivers, subscribers at...

Low pathogenic avian influenza (LPAI) viruses naturally occur in wild birds and are rarely fatal. Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) viruses are highly contagious, spread rapidly, are often fatal to poultry, and have been responsible for worldwide outbreaks. Together, LPAI and HPAI are generally referred to as either avian influenza viruses (AIVs) or "the bird flu."

Eight nutrient monitoring stations were established in 2015 to continuously monitor nutrient and sediment concentrations and loads in support of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy. This site provides current and historical monitoring information for the eight nutrient monitoring stations.

Scientists wanted to find out if trees can serve as indicators for vapor intrusion. What can trees tell us about the air we breathe at home? Science Journal Kids - Cutting edge peer-reviewed science research adapted for students