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Read our paper on the top 10 most impactful #GreatLakes #InvasiveSpecies here: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... 🧪 #NISAW
The Great Lakes’ most unwanted: Characterizing the impacts of the top ten Great Lakes aquatic invasive species
As of 2023, 188 non-native species have been identified in the Laurentian Great Lakes, with about half being considered benign. Some of these species …
www.sciencedirect.com
February 26, 2025 at 10:57 PM
melissacatsmith.bsky.social
In honor of #nationalinvasivespeciesawarenessweek #nisaw, I'm excited to present our latest article outlining arguments for deploying and studying #biocontrol options earlier in, or even before, a plant invades. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Preemptive and proactive application of biological control for weeds: An argument for swifter action to aid conservation efforts
Invasive alien plants (IAPs) are a frequent consequence of global connectivity and present significant threats to biodiversity, amplifying impacts fro…
www.sciencedirect.com
February 26, 2025 at 2:59 AM
msu-entomology.bsky.social
National Invasive Species Awareness Week starts today!

MSU Entomology is tackling pests like EAB & Spotted Lanternfly to protect our ecosystems. Stay tuned as we highlight faculty research & NAISMA's webinars!

Webinar schedule: naisma.org/programs/nis...

#NISAW #forestecol #entomology 🧪🌍
Graphic from the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) for National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) that says, "February 24-28, 2025. Support National Invasive Species Awareness Week." Blue graphic from the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) for National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) that says, "What is an Invasive Species? As per Executive Order 13112 (Section 1. Definitions) an "invasive species" is a species that is: 1. non-native (or alien) to the ecosystem under consideration and, 2. whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental harm or harm to human health." Also includes photos of several invasive species including the Spotted Lanternfly, Zebra Mussels, and more.
February 24, 2025 at 4:31 PM
miseagrant.bsky.social
Zebra + quagga mussels are small invasive organisms with a big impact on the #GreatLakes. Controlling them is a daunting challenge, but public outreach, regional partnerships, and ongoing research can make a difference in the Great Lakes and beyond. https://buff.ly/41ssjwW #NISAW

Zebra and Quagga Mussels: GLANSIS Series Part 4
The Great Lakes are one of the most unique freshwater systems in the world. Millions of people love the Great Lakes -- and so do many invasive species. Visit...
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February 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
miseagrant.bsky.social
They’re big, they’re hungry, and they’re knocking on the door of the #GreatLakes. Check out our video to meet four types of invasive carp and learn what researchers, environmental managers, and the public are doing to keep them at bay: https://buff.ly/3rWOeum #NISAW @NOAA_GLERL
November 23, 2024 at 7:07 AM
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It's #InvasiveSpecies Week! Want to learn about native alternatives to invasive plants? Find this graphic, the full text, and links to the full "Plant This, Not That" booklet on UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions: https://go.ufl.edu/701vi0u
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An overly-wordy graphic about invasive plants in Florida. Please visit the link for full text and more.
February 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
cal-ipc.bsky.social
National Invasive Species Awareness Week Day 2! Join #NISAW webinars today: 12pm CST (10am Pacific): USGS Research Partnerships Enhancing Biosecurity to Reduce Risks; 2pm CST (12pm Pacific) Natural Security – Inv Sp & Insidious Impacts on Critical Infrastructure: naisma.org/programs/nisaw/
dry brown grasses grow between tall conifers large while pillars of a dam and reservoir system in a dry brown mountainous area with water below and blue sky above
February 25, 2025 at 4:05 PM
miseagrant.bsky.social
Meet the invasive #SeaLamprey, a parasitic fish that has been harming the #GreatLakes for decades – and learn how international cooperation and technological breakthroughs protect native fish from this aquatic vampire. https://buff.ly/4ibfHjg #NISAW
Sea Lamprey: GLANSIS Series Part 3
The Great Lakes are one of the most unique freshwater systems in the world. Millions of people love the Great Lakes -- and so do many invasive species. Visit...
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February 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
miseagrant.bsky.social
Do you have #GreatLakes #AIS data you’d like to share? Contact the #GLANSIS team to do so -- you can also direct us to additional resources or contribute to our peer review process! https://buff.ly/41mdtYU #InvSpWk #NISAW
Contribute to GLANSIS: NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory - Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Information from NOAA-GLERL
www.glerl.noaa.gov
February 19, 2025 at 5:51 PM
caseagrant.bsky.social
Quagga mussels are one of the most challenging #invasivespecies to manage in California and beyond. Learn more about these fouling bivalves from our colleagues at @californiaDFW https://bit.ly/3MdjbTa #NISAW
December 6, 2024 at 2:24 AM
miseagrant.bsky.social
Invasive zebra and quagga mussels blanket underwater surfaces in the #GreatLakes. As our new video shows, controlling them is a daunting challenge, but public outreach, regional partnerships, and ongoing research can make a difference: https://buff.ly/3LJvUwC #NISAW @NOAA_GLERL
November 23, 2024 at 7:15 AM
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We train volunteers to identify and report aquatic invasive plants through the MiCorps Exotic Aquatic Plant Watch, too! (4/4)

www.canr.msu.edu/news/lake-an...

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Lake and stream volunteer monitoring: How to get involved
Learn more about the Michigan Clean Water Corps volunteers collecting valuable water quality and habitat data on inland lakes and streams across our state.
www.canr.msu.edu
February 27, 2025 at 8:26 PM
solomonrdavid.bsky.social
Some exotic spp turn invasive, others just hang out http://ow.ly/JJ9V8 by @EcoLatzka @WiscLimnology #NISAW http://t.co/V6kCXe5OdR
December 5, 2024 at 5:22 PM
miseagrant.bsky.social
Ballast water regulations have been an amazing success story in the Great Lakes, dramatically reducing introductions of #InvasiveSpecies! Learn more: https://buff.ly/3Tdq78m
#NISAW #InvSpWk @GLANSIS_news @ILINSeaGrant @UWiscSeaGrant @CIGLR_UM @IJCsharedwaters @NAISMAorg @SeaGrant
November 22, 2024 at 2:56 PM
helgasneddon.bsky.social
More details about the NISAW - Northern Ireland Study for Adolescent Wellbeing here at The Bamford Centre #ccrf2014 http://www.science.ulster.ac.uk/bamfordcentre/northern-ireland-study-for-adolescent-wellbeing/
November 22, 2024 at 9:15 PM
miseagrant.bsky.social
Want to learn more about these #GreatLakes #AIS? Then check out #GLANSIS, which serves as a “one-stop shop” for more info about aquatic invaders. Find ID guides, life history, maps, risk assessments, and more – and share your data with us, too! https://buff.ly/3BvQbkX #NISAW
GLANSIS banner with collage of invasive species.
February 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
msu-entomology.bsky.social
Faculty Spotlight!

MSU Entomology faculty member Dr. Deborah McCullough was the first to identify the #EmeraldAshBorer in 2002. Her lab works on managing EAB & other invasive pests to protect North America's forests.

Learn more: www.canr.msu.edu/people/debor...

#NISAW #entomology #GoGreen 🧪🌎🍁
Deb McCullough, a professor in the Departments of Entomology and Forestry, identifies insect threats to plant health and responds to plant health emergencies.
February 24, 2025 at 8:08 PM
caseagrant.bsky.social
It's #InvasiveSpeciesWeek, a perfect time to highlight @CASeaGrant's expert in the field: Carrie Culver (based at @ucsantabarbara). Check out the thread below to learn about Carrie's important work on #invasivespecies in California. #nisaw @invasivespeciesweek
@SeaGrant
December 6, 2024 at 7:11 AM
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NISAW Webinar: The Invasive Species Language Workshop - NAISMA
Communicating about invasive species can get complicated! On February 27-28, in partnership with NAISMA for National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW), Sea Grant is proud to present The Invasive...
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February 27, 2024 at 5:52 PM
catsindoors.bsky.social
It's National Invasive Species Awareness Week! Take a moment this week to learn about one of the many #invasive species (e.g., feral cats, Burmese pythons, feral hogs) harming ecosystems, economies, or human health!
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February 6, 2025 at 8:16 PM
miseagrant.bsky.social
Ballast water regulations are an amazing success story of industry, science, and government working together to stop the spread of #InvasiveSpecies. Read more about their history at the link: https://buff.ly/4gTRfBW #NISAW
Balancing act: A policy success story in the Great Lakes
Implementing the 'swish and spit' method successfully reduced the risk of AIS introductions from transoceanic ballast water.
www.canr.msu.edu
February 25, 2025 at 2:30 PM
miseagrant.bsky.social
While ballast water has been a major way #invasivespecies have entered the #GreatLakes, it hasn't been the only vector. Learn about additional pathways for #AIS: https://buff.ly/3OYt9uT @NAISMAorg #NISAW #InvSpWk @GLANSIS_news
November 22, 2024 at 2:56 PM
msue-lakes-streams.bsky.social
It's National Invasive Species Awareness Week!

We have lots of resources for anyone interested in learning more about aquatic invasive species - their impacts, how to avoid spreading them, and what to do if you find them.

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February 24-28, 2025. Support National Invasive Species Awareness Week.
February 27, 2025 at 8:20 PM
cal-ipc.bsky.social
National Invasive Species Awareness Week Day 4! Join the #NISAW webinar today: 
12pm CST (10am Pacific): Biosecurity and the US. Army Corps of Engineers

Register naisma.org/programs/nisaw/
Two people in safety vests with long handled nets stand on a boat while around them a group of large silvery fish jumps out of the water in chaotic splashes
February 27, 2025 at 3:48 PM
miseagrant.bsky.social
The #GLANSIS Species List Generator allows users to generate custom lists of #AIS reported in their geographic area, and access profiles of each of these species that detail ID, ecology, impacts, management and control info. Learn more about this tool: https://bit.ly/2Z9ReEv #NISAW
Database provides a diverse toolkit for the fight against aquatic invaders
Learn how to use the online List Generator to find what species have become established in your watershed.
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February 19, 2025 at 5:51 PM