From Non-Native to Noxious

Often when we discuss problematic species we hear the word invasive thrown around. However, that is an oversimplification and it’s not representative of the whole picture. Here is a list of terms and how to differentiate them and understand when and why plants move from one designation to the next. NATIVE: A plant indigenous to a region. This doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s endemicRead More…

Invasive Species Management

Step 1: Identify regions of potential ecological risk Step 2: Identify species of potential immigration concern Step 3: Identify modes of potential transit, both natural migrational mechanisms and unnatural human importation. Step 4: Secure places of exposure risk Step 5: Secure paths of transit risk Step 6: Identify ecological deficits in native populations whRead More…