(From left) Elodea Sp., Eelgrass, Coontail, and Horned Pondweed – native species to the Niagara River – are displayed to show the different characteristics between them and hydrilla in North Tonawanda, N.Y., July 22, 2025. Hydrilla is an invasive aquatic plant that can outcompete native aquatic plant life, as well as cause safety hazards to navigation of waterways. (U.S. Army photo by Kaylee Wendt)