The theme for Hawaii Invasive Species Awareness Month (HISAM) 2023 is “Mythbusters” – addressing misconceptions about invasive species that are often misunderstood. Throughout the month, there will be a variety of in-person volunteer activities, webinars on various topics, awards presented to businesses and individuals who make a difference in addressing invasive species in Hawaiʻi, and […]
The Texas Gulf Region Cooperative Weed Management Area (TGR-CWMA) was established in 2014 by to address invasive Brazilian peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolious) from Port O'Connor to Packery Channel on the Texas Gulf Coast. The TGR-CWMA is a voluntary network of public and private stakeholders focused on preventing the spread and movement of the species by advocating […]
Natural resource managers throughout North America have identified feral swine as a significant challenge. This invasive species has emerged as a major environmental and economic concern as populations have exploded. Not only do they destroy crops, disrupt natural habitats, and prey on native species, they also can harbor and transmit disease. They exist across North […]
The National Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) Information System is an emerging online resource for invasive species information sharing and collaboration that serves as the centralized hub of the National EDRR Framework. This centralized network improves access to existing and emerging information resources and expands collaboration to facilitate early detection and rapid response to biological […]
