MSU Extension Invasive Species

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  MSU researchers seeking solutions for spotted wing drosophila

  Published on April 24, 2023
  The invasive fruit fly spotted wing drosophila damages soft-fleshed fruits such as berries and cherries.

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  Multi-institutional team of weed scientists helping build genomic resources for agriculture industry, scientific community

  Published on April 10, 2023
  The International Weed Genomics Consortium is geared toward assembling genomes to combat weed issues in plant agriculture and develop a greater understanding of plant functions.

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  Lily leaf beetles continue to spread in Michigan

  Published on March 14, 2023
  Monitor lilies throughout Michigan’s growing season for signs of lily leaf beetle larvae, feeding damage or eggs.

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  A Great Lakes gold rush: Invasion of a costly clam

  Published on February 17, 2023
  The golden clam was first reported in the Great Lakes region in 2001.

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  Pretty but problematic: Aquatic plants to avoid

  Published on February 17, 2023
  Often used in aquariums or garden ponds, these 3 plants can be a problem in the Great Lakes.

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  The too-common reed? Invasive phragmites can cause serious environmental problems

  Published on February 17, 2023
  Native phragmites is also common across the Great Lakes, but it can help the environment. It’s important to know the difference between the two species.

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  No silver lining: Invasive goldfish in the Great Lakes

  Published on February 16, 2023
  Seeing an orange-colored goldfish in your local lake is actually a sign of bad luck for native fish and plants.

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  Michigan State University and USGS team up in state-federal partnership for fishery and wildlife science

  Published on November 3, 2022
  Michigan to host the 42nd USGS Cooperative Research Unit

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  Mobile Boat Wash Program 2022 season wrap up

  Published on November 2, 2022
  The Mobile Boat Wash Program has wrapped up its 8th season of boat wash events for organizations across Michigan dedicated to aquatic invasive species prevention.

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  Freshwater mussels of Michigan

  Published on September 9, 2022
  Native clams live long and fascinating lives in our lakes and rivers.