A.37.5. RESEARCH ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION USED 
• After white perch were discovered in the Kaw Reservoir in 2000, the Division began a 
4-year research project to investigate the problem. Results showed white perch never 
reached high levels. Although reproductive success was high each year, recruitment of 
to-age-1 individuals was low. No adverse effects on other native fish species in Kaw 
Reservoir were identified during the research period. 
• The ODWC has provided funding to Oklahoma State University for the following 
research projects: 
o Determining the impacts of zebra mussels on biodiversity on selected rivers within 
the Tallgrass Prairie Ecoregion. 
o Monitoring water quality parameters and alga abundance at Lake Texoma to 
determine triggers for golden alga blooms. 
o Determining the toxicity of golden alga toxins to selected species of Lake Texoma 
fishes and what physical and biological parameters trigger toxin production. 
A.37.6. RESEARCH NEEDS 
• Controls for white perch, zebra mussels, and hydrilla are needed. 
• Research on golden alga (prediction and eradication) is needed. 
• Restoration is needed, including introduction of native aquatic plants in ponds, lakes, and 
reservoirs that contain a variety of herbivores (carp, turtles), fluctuating water levels, and 
turbidity issues. 
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