An "implant and forget" device for interacting with biota after a
pre-established time period. Preferably, the biota are fauna and more
particularly fish. In select embodiments, the device comprises packaging
enclosing apparatus for timing interaction via opening the packaging. In
select embodiments of the present invention, the device is a sealed
capsule inserted in fish. Embodiments of the present invention are
implanted in triploid grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) to facilitate
control of aquatic weeds in bodies of water. When the carp have been in
the water for a pre-established approximate period of time, toxins in the
device are dispensed via long term bioerosion of the sealed opening in
the packaging. Otherwise, the carp may destroy all vegetation and harm
the aquatic environment for other aquatic life. Several alternative
bioerodible seal configurations are provided as embodiments.