Invader Crusader Award

Invader Crusader Award

Created in partnership with the Wildlife Forever Clean Drain Dry Initiative, this award focuses on the impact that aquatic invasive species have on fish across the planet.

Requirements

Artwork must feature an aquatic invasive species in addition to a species off of the Official Fish List:

Suggested aquatic invasive species:

  • Zebra Mussels
  • Quagga Mussels
  • Lionfish
  • Starry stonewort
  • Bighead Carp
  • Silver Carp
  • Sea Lamprey

Prizes

Created in partnership with the Wildlife Forever Clean Drain Dry Initiative, this award focuses on the impact that aquatic invasive species have on fish across the planet.

Resources

Information from the USFWS

USDA Aquatic Invasive Species Profiles

Making Waves Curriculum (Grade 4)

Maryland DNR AIS Education Project

Past Winners