Identifying & Treating Invasive Species

Catfish in water (left) and red swamp crayfish (right).

How to report suspicious fish and aquatic plant sightings

May 18, 2022

Reporting unusual organisms protects the environment from unwanted invasive species. Be part of the solution by sharing your observations with biologists.

Green tree leaf with holes and black gypsy moth caterpillars

What can you do to manage Lymantria dispar in your landscape?

June 10, 2021

Having problems with Lymantria dispar, formerly gypsy moth, this summer? You aren't alone!

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