invasive species
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has issued a warning about the invasive Asian Longhorned Beetle, which poses a significant threat to hardwood trees, especially maples. Jessica Cancelliere, a research scientist with the DEC, explains that while the beetle does not harm humans, it can kill trees over time. The beetle’s larvae […]
Did you know that dumping your unwanted goldfish into lakes, ponds, or streams is illegal? Not only is it illegal but releasing pet goldfish in lakes damages ecosystems. The common house pet is an invasive species and will overrun waterways and take over species native to the area. Plus the goldfish that typically will grow […]
If Florida scientists can prove that Burmese Pythons are good to eat, they may end up on the menu. The snakes are classified as an invasive species, so Floridians have determined that a good option to limit their numbers is to eat them. The Florida Fish and Wildife Conservation Commission and the State Department of […]
Washington State has called in the heavies to remove the first reported nest of murder hornets discovered in the United States. A team assembled by the state agriculture department has been searching for the nest for weeks, using any technique possible. This includes tying tiny tracking devices to individual hornets with dental floss. The hornets […]
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