Wildlife & Nature | Fox Chain O'Lakes

Invasive Species on the Fox Chain O’Lakes

Written by Mark Sullivan on June 12, 2026. Posted in Events & Happenings, News & Updates, Wildlife & Nature.

Several invasive species are already established in the Fox Chain. Here's what they're doing to the system and what every boater and angler can do about it.

boating, conservation, Fox Chain O'Lakes, Fox Waterway Agency, invasive species, milfoil, water quality, zebra mussels

Bald eagle perched on a branch over a calm Midwestern lake at golden hour with pelicans and marshland at Fox Chain O'Lakes

Wildlife and nature at the Fox Chain O’Lakes: a guide for visitors

Written by FCOL Editorial Team on February 28, 2026. Posted in Outdoor Adventures, Wildlife & Nature.

From migrating pelicans and nesting bald eagles to historic lotus beds and a rare bog preserve, the Fox Chain O'Lakes is home to nearly 200 bird species and a surprising diversity of wildlife.

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