The darker side of tourism – invasive species Troy Media Corporation Particularly on isolated islands, invasive species are wiping out native plants and animals, destroying the environment and causing massive financial headaches to cash-strapped governments. And that’s just the cost and hassle of dealing with humans, …
The darker side of tourism – invasive species
Pig Declared Invasive Species
Pig Declared Invasive Species Michigan Policy Network (blog) Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources and Environment, or DNRE, has declared feral pigs to be a state invasive species. With 3000 to 5000 pigs living in more than 65 of 83 Michigan counties, these wild boars have become a problem. …
Global red fire ant invasions traced to southern US
ScienceDaily (Feb. 25, 2011) — Red imported fire ant invasions around the globe in recent years can now be traced to the southern U.S., where the nuisance insect gained a foothold in the 1930s, new University of Florida research has found. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/02/110224145558.htm
NECIS releases An Action Plan on Invasive Species, for the Administration and the 112th Congress
NECIS groups outline the policy changes needed to curb invasive species introduction and spread, with a focus on screening intentional imports, preventing inadvertent introductions, and addressing funding gaps. NECIS-brochure-2011
NEWS RELEASE: INVASIVE ANIMALS CONTINUE TO THRIVE IN FLORIDA
Contact: Cindy Yeast, 720-542-9455; 202-236-5413 (c) cdyeast@earthlink.net INVASIVE ANIMALS CONTINUE TO THRIVE IN FLORIDA As yet another invasive animal becomes established, environmental groups call on the federal government to screen the trade of imported animals and prevent the next problem invasion WASHINGTON (February 14, 2011)—A large, non-native lizard called the black and white tegu has be ...[Read More]
NECIS factsheet: Improve Lacey Act and stop the import of new invasive animals and diseases
New screening procedures will close the loophole that allowed harmful invasive species like Asian carp, Burmese pythons, and nutria to enter the country. 2011-screening-factsheet-FINAL
Teaming with Wildlife Coalition and National Invasive Species Awareness Week Reception
Teeming With Wildlife and NISAW Reception Invite Celebrating Champions of Wildlife & the Environment Please join the Teaming with Wildlife Coalition and the National Invasive Species Awareness Week for complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks as we honor Congressional Champions of Wildlife & the Environment. When: Wed., March 2, 2011 Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: U.S. Botanic Garden @ 100 Mar ...[Read More]
NECIS brownbag lunch: New Studies and Policy Solutions to Invasive Species Threats
All are invited —– The National Environmental Coalition on Invasive Species presents a brownbag lunch: New Studies and Policy Solutions to Invasive Species Threats Fish Invasions into the Great Lakes Forest Pests Wildlife Diseases When? Wednesday, March 2, 12:00 to 1:15 Where? Defenders of Wildlife, 1st floor conf. room, 1101 17th Ave NW, Washington, between L and M streets (Farragut ...[Read More]