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MIKE DEAL / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS A clump of zebra mussels that formed around a string of Christmas lights. This summer, Manitobans are encouraged to keep an eye out for three aquatic invasive species: zebra mussels, rusty crayfish and spiny water fleas. The Wildlife and Fisheries branch is working to curb the spread through mandatory watercraft inspection checkpoints across the province. See Cierra Bettens story 220713 - Wednesday, July 13, 2022.