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 Invasive Species

   
Show Articles on Invasive Species (17)
Cooperative Conservation - Determinants of Landowner Engagement in Conserving Endangered Species
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This paper analyzes surveys of private landowners to identify factors that determine landowner engagement in the conservation of endangered species.

 

Controlling Invasive Species
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It is often difficult for landowners to cultivate desirable plant species on their property. An even more frustrating task is keeping unwanted plants at bay.

 

Nonindigenous Aquatic Species (NAS) Information Resource for the United States Geological Survey

The Nonindigenous Aquatic Species (NAS) information resource for the United States Geological Survey located at the Wetland and Aquatic Research Center. This site has been established as a central repository for accurate and spatially referenced biogeographic accounts of nonindigenous aquatic species. The program provides scientific reports, online/realtime queries, spatial data sets, regional contact lists, and general information. The data is made available for use by biologists, interagency groups, and the general public. The geographical coverage is the United States.

For more information on the NAS program see the NAS Flyer.

 

National Invasive Species Information Center (NISIC) - Gateway to invasive species information covering Federal, State, local, and international sources.

The National Invasive Species Information Center (NISIC) was established in 2005 at the National Agricultural Library to meet the information needs of users including the National Invasive Species Council (Council). NISIC creates and manages the www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov Web site. The Web site serves as a reference gateway to information, organizations, and services about invasive species.
 
The Center grew out of NAL's leadership in the development of the Invasivespecies.gov Web site for the Council. In June 2000, Invasivespecies.gov was launched as a joint collaboration between NAL, the U.S. Geological Survey, National Biological Information Infrastructure, and the Council. The site began with less than 200 links to external resources. By June 2005 the Web site had more than 12,000 unique links. A major redesign was needed to enhance access to this growing wealth of resources.
 
A new Web site, www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov, managed by NISIC was launched in 2005 built largely on the general content from the original www.invasivespecies.gov Web site.
 
Invasivespecies.gov is managed by the staff of the National Invasive Species Council to meet the administrative, communication, and facilitation needs specifically related to the business and activity of the Council.

 

National Estuarine and Marine Exotic Species Information System (NEMESIS)

National Estuarine and Marine Exotic Species Information System (NEMESIS) is a resource for information on non-native (or exotic) species that occur in coastal marine waters of the United States. National Estuarine and Marine Exotic Species Information System (NEMESIS), developed by the Marine Invasions Research Laboratory at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, provides comprehensive information on approximately 500 introduced marine and estuarine species of invertebrates and algae with established populations in the continental United States.  Designed for a diverse audience, from researchers and resource managers to students and the public, NEMESIS is a portal for access to general or specific information on introduced marine species in the United States.

 

National Agricultural Pest Information System (NAPIS) Pest Tracker

This website publishes survey maps for pests of agricultural and forest commodities and provides links to pest news and information. The National Agricultural Pest Information System (NAPIS) stores and manages pest survey data that is collected by CAPS (Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey) and other PPQ (Plant Protection and Quarantine) survey programs. Detection surveys are one tool used to manage the introduction of exotic pests.

 

Invasive Plant Atlas of the United States

 

Invasive Plant Atlas of New England (IPANE)

The Invasive Plant Atlas of New England's (IPANE) mission is to create a comprehensive web-accessible database of invasive and potentially invasive plants in New England that will be continually updated by a network of professionals and trained volunteers. The database will facilitate education and research that will lead to a greater understanding of invasive plant ecology and support informed conservation management. An important focus of the project is the early detection of, and rapid response to, new invasions.

 

USDA PLANTS Database

The PLANTS Database provides standardized information about the vascular plants, mosses, liverworts, hornworts, and lichens of the U.S. and its territories. It includes names, plant symbols, checklists, distributional data, species abstracts, characteristics, images, crop information, automated tools, onward Web links, and references. This information primarily promotes land conservation in the United States and its territories, but academic, educational, and general use is encouraged. PLANTS reduces government spending by minimizing duplication and making information exchange possible across agencies and disciplines.
 
PLANTS is a collaborative effort of the USDA NRCS National Plant Data Team (NPDT), the USDA NRCS Information Technology Center (ITC), The USDA National Information Technology Center (NITC), and many other partners. Much of the PLANTS data and design is developed at NPDT, and the Web application is programmed at ITC and NITC and served through the USDA Web Farm. Here’s more information about who does what on the PLANTS Team, our Partners, and our Data Contributors.

 

iMapInvasives

iMapInvasives provides an on-line, GIS-based data management system to assist citizen scientists and natural resource managers working to protect natural resources from the threat of invasive species. Visit the iMapinvasives website 

 

Maine Guide to Invasive Aquatic Plant Management
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The intent of the Maine Citizens’ Guide to Invasive Aquatic Plant Management is to provide the information necessary to write and implement an action plan that effectively manages invasive aquatic plant (IAP) infestations.

 

Hydrilla Verticellata

This is an Invasive Species Element Stewardship Abstract, prepared by The Nature Conservancy to assist their land stewards and other land managers in managing invasive species.

 

ExFor The Exotic Forest Pest Information System for North America Participant’s Guidelines
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ExFor is an Internet-accessible database containing information on forest pests that can be used by workers worldwide. This document describes the guidelines to be followed by contributors to the ExFor database in evaluating exotic forest pests and in submitting background information to the database.

 

How to Prevent the Spread of New Zealand Mudsnails through Field Gear
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This is a guide for field detection and for treating field gear to prevent the spread of New Zealand mudsnails. It is intended for researchers, monitoring crews, watershed survey groups, and anyone else who travels frequently between aquatic or riparian locations.

 

Water Gardens and Introduced Species
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Constructing a water garden is a unique and enjoyable way to accent a property. There are many types of aquatic plants and animals commonly used in water gardens including water lettuce, cattails and koi.

 

Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force Strategic Plan (2013 – 2017)
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Aquatic nuisance species (ANS) are nonindigenous species that threaten the diversity or abundance of native species, the ecological stability of infested waters, and/or any commercial, agricultural, aquacultural, or recreational activities dependent on such waters.

 

What is White Nose Syndrome in Bats and Why Does it Matter?

“White-nose Syndrome (WNS) is a devastating disease of hibernating bats that has caused the most precipitous decline of North American wildlife in recorded history. Since it was first discovered in 2006, WNS has infected six species of insect-eating bats in the northeastern and southern U.S., causing declines approaching 100% in some populations; estimated losses have exceeded 5.5 million bats from 2006 to 2012.

The implications for US agriculture and silviculture are potentially severe.

 

Show Invasive Species Organizations & Professionals (41)
There are 41 resources serving Aroostook County in the following categories:
map itMap of Invasive Species Organizations & Professionals serving Aroostook County
Biologists / Ecologists
Allen Starr
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Enfield, ME
Amanda DeMusz
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Ashland, ME
Arlen Lovewell
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Ashland, ME
Bob Humphrey
Sport-Ventures  - Professional Maine Guide - Pownal, ME
Deborah Perkins, M.S.
First Light Wildlife Habitats - Wildlife Biologist - Poland Spring, ME
E. Ann Poole, CWS
Poole Ecological & Environmental Consultancy - Principal - Hillsborough, NH
Eco-Asset Solutions & Innovations LLC
William Coleman - Co-Founder & CEO - Redwood City, CA
Flycatcher LLC
- Yarmouth, ME
James Hall
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Jonesboro, ME
Jeff Littleton
Moosewood Ecological - Chesterfield, NH
Jeremiah Wood
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Ashland, ME
Kendal Marden
- Regional Biologist - Sidney, ME
Kevin Gallant
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Enfield, ME
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
- Augusta, ME
Mark Caron
- Regional Biologist - Enfield, ME
Merlin Benner
Wildlife Specialists, LLC - President - Wellsboro, PA
Robert Cordes
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Strong, ME
Rodney Kelshaw
Boyle Associates Environmental Consulting - Wildlife Bilogist - Gorham, ME
Ryan Robicheau
- Biologist (Land Management) - Sidney, ME
Shawn Haskell
- Regional Biologist - Ashland, ME
Steven Young
- Certified Wildlife Biologist - FRENCHVILLE, ME
Thomas Schaeffer
- Regional Biologist - Jonesboro, ME
Riparian and Wetlands Specialists
Boyle Associates
James Boyle - President - Gorham, ME
Forest Land Improvement
Timothy R. Nolin - Forester - Ossipee, NH
Jeff Littleton
Moosewood Ecological - Chesterfield, NH
Jennifer Jespersen
Ecological Instincts - Sr. Scientist - Manchester, ME
Jonathan Milne
- Environmental Consultant - Sidney, ME
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
- Augusta, ME
Merlin Benner
Wildlife Specialists, LLC - President - Wellsboro, PA
Weed / Invasives Management Professionals
Sandra Keppner
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Regional AIS Coordinator - Basom, NY
Wildlife / Habitat Specialists
Atlantic Coast Joint Venture
Debra Reynolds - Communication Coordinator - Hadley, MA
Blaine N. Miller
Dirigo Timberland Management - Owner - North Anson, ME
Boyle Associates
James Boyle - President - Gorham, ME
David Wardrop
Golden Forestry Services - President - Veazie , ME
Deborah Perkins, M.S.
First Light Wildlife Habitats - Wildlife Biologist - Poland Spring, ME
Flycatcher LLC
- Yarmouth, ME
Jonathan Milne
- Environmental Consultant - Sidney, ME
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
- Augusta, ME
Merlin Benner
Wildlife Specialists, LLC - President - Wellsboro, PA
Rodney Kelshaw
Boyle Associates Environmental Consulting - Wildlife Bilogist - Gorham, ME
Steven Young
- Certified Wildlife Biologist - FRENCHVILLE, ME

 Native Species

   
Show Articles on Native Species (13)
A Tribute To The Monarch Butterfly: How to Turn Your Backyard Into a Butterfly Friendly Habitat
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Iconic is the most appropriate word to describe the Monarch butterfly. Most of us have fond childhood memories of the unmistakable orange and black beauty flitting around the blue sky on sunny summer days.

 

Butterflies and Moths of North America Data Collection

 

Get to know Aurelia Skipwith the Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
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Watch and listen to a talk with Aurelia Skipwith as she discusses the focus and activities of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and how they work with private landowners to manage habitat for threatened and endangered species.

 

Using Existing Tools to Expand Cooperative Conservation for Candidate Species Across Federal and Non-Federal Lands
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For many years the Service has worked with partners to help them develop Candidate Conservation Agreements (CCAs). CCAs primarily have been developed by Federal agencies to cover Federal lands, and several have resulted in conservation efforts that made listing unnecessary.

 

NatureServe Explorer

NatureServe Explorer provides information on more than 70,000 plants, animals, and ecosystems of the United States and Canada, and includes  in-depth coverage for rare and endangered species. NatureServe Explorer is a product of NatureServe and its natural heritage member programs.

Use the database to find:

  • scientific and common names
  • conservation status
  • distribution maps
  • images for thousands of species
  • life histories, conservation needs, and more

 

Native Seed Network

The Native Seed Network is a resource for people working to add native plants back into the landscape. Since 2002 we have been working with land managers, seed producers, and restoration professionals to share information about native seed and improve our knowledge about and access to native seed.

The Native Seed Network connects people and organizations involved with all aspects of native seed, from collection, development, production, and use in restoration. Our vision is for restoration and rehabilitation projects to be supported by an abundance of quality seed that is both appropriate for the site and affordable.

 

 

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - Native Plant Database

 

USDA PLANTS Database

The PLANTS Database provides standardized information about the vascular plants, mosses, liverworts, hornworts, and lichens of the U.S. and its territories. It includes names, plant symbols, checklists, distributional data, species abstracts, characteristics, images, crop information, automated tools, onward Web links, and references. This information primarily promotes land conservation in the United States and its territories, but academic, educational, and general use is encouraged. PLANTS reduces government spending by minimizing duplication and making information exchange possible across agencies and disciplines.
 
PLANTS is a collaborative effort of the USDA NRCS National Plant Data Team (NPDT), the USDA NRCS Information Technology Center (ITC), The USDA National Information Technology Center (NITC), and many other partners. Much of the PLANTS data and design is developed at NPDT, and the Web application is programmed at ITC and NITC and served through the USDA Web Farm. Here’s more information about who does what on the PLANTS Team, our Partners, and our Data Contributors.

 

Mitigation and Conservation Banking
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To many landowners a threatened or endangered (T&E) species on their property is anathema because it can herald all kinds of state and federal limitations on use of their property.& ...

 

Inspection and Cleaning Manual for Equipment and Vehicles to Prevent the Spread of Invasive Species 2012 Edition
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Procedures have been developed in this manual to address the transport of pest and invasive species through equipment movement. This manual provides uniform guidelines for inspecting and cleaning vehicles and equipment to help prevent the spread of pest and invasive species during Bureau of Reclamation activities.

 

Endemic Species and Biodiversity Hotspots

According to the US Fish and Wildlife Service, endemic species are native species that are confined to a certain region or having a comparatively restricted distribution.& ...

 

Native Plants - A Quick Reference Guide
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Learn more about native plants, get involved, and spread the word!

 

Developing Wildlife-Friendly Pine Plantations
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Show Native Species Organizations & Professionals (129)
There are 129 resources serving Aroostook County in the following categories:
map itMap of Native Species Organizations & Professionals serving Aroostook County
Biologists / Ecologists
Allen Starr
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Enfield, ME
Amanda DeMusz
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Ashland, ME
Arlen Lovewell
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Ashland, ME
Bob Humphrey
Sport-Ventures  - Professional Maine Guide - Pownal, ME
Deborah Perkins, M.S.
First Light Wildlife Habitats - Wildlife Biologist - Poland Spring, ME
E. Ann Poole, CWS
Poole Ecological & Environmental Consultancy - Principal - Hillsborough, NH
Eco-Asset Solutions & Innovations LLC
William Coleman - Co-Founder & CEO - Redwood City, CA
Flycatcher LLC
- Yarmouth, ME
James Hall
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Jonesboro, ME
Jeff Littleton
Moosewood Ecological - Chesterfield, NH
Jeremiah Wood
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Ashland, ME
Kendal Marden
- Regional Biologist - Sidney, ME
Kevin Gallant
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Enfield, ME
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
- Augusta, ME
Mark Caron
- Regional Biologist - Enfield, ME
Merlin Benner
Wildlife Specialists, LLC - President - Wellsboro, PA
Robert Cordes
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Strong, ME
Rodney Kelshaw
Boyle Associates Environmental Consulting - Wildlife Bilogist - Gorham, ME
Ryan Robicheau
- Biologist (Land Management) - Sidney, ME
Shawn Haskell
- Regional Biologist - Ashland, ME
Steven Young
- Certified Wildlife Biologist - FRENCHVILLE, ME
Thomas Schaeffer
- Regional Biologist - Jonesboro, ME
Fisheries Biologists
Brian Campbell
- Biology Specialist - Enfield, ME
Cobscook Bay Resource Center
Will Hopkins - Eastport, ME
Dave Boucher
- Regional Biologist - Strong, ME
Derrick Cote
- Biology Specialist - Ashland, ME
Francis Brautigam
- Regional Biologist - Gray, ME
Frank Frost
- Regional Biologist - Ashland, ME
James Lucas
- Asst. Regional Biologist - Sidney, ME
Joseph Overlock
- Biology Specialist - Jonesboro, ME
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
- Augusta, ME
Sandra Keppner
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Regional AIS Coordinator - Basom, NY
Native Species Nurseries
A.C. Parsons Landscaping & Garden Center
Allen C. Parsons, Jr. - Owner/Operator - West Tremont, ME
Alden Longfellow's Greenhouses
- Farmingdale, ME
Alheri Gardens
- Gray, ME
Applewood Seed Company
- Arvada, CO
Beddington Ridge
Ron & Carol Varin - Beddington, ME
Broadway Gardens Greenhouses
- South Portland, ME
Buy Rare Seeds
- San Francisco, CA
Byron Nursery
- St. Charles, IL
C & G Growers
- Sedgwick, ME
Carter's Farm Market
- Oxford, ME
Chief River Nursery Company
- Grafton, WI
Coastal Landscaping & Garden Center, Inc
David and Carol Bridges - York, ME
Cranberry Creations
John Harker, Debra Parry - Mt. Vernon, ME
D. R. Struck Landscape Nursery
- Winthrop, ME
DeerWood Farm & Gardens
Beverly and Brian Hendricks - Waterford, ME
Down to Earth Gardens
- Woodland, ME
Dublin Gardens
- Trenton, ME
Dyer’s Greenhouse & Nursery
- Brunswick, ME
Eldredge Lumber and Hardware
- York, ME
Estabrook's
- Kennebunk, ME
Fedco Seeds
- Waterville, ME
Fieldstone Gardens
- Vassalboro, ME
Gingerbread Farm Perennials
- Wayne, ME
Heritage Flower Farm
- Mukwonago, WI
High Country Gardens
- Williston, VT
Houlton Grown Perennials
- Houlton, ME
Islandscaping Garden Center
- Southwest Harbor, ME
Itasca Ladyslipper Farm
Carol Steele - Grand Rapids, MN
Izel Native Plants
- Washington, DC
Joyful Butterfly
- Blackstock, SC
Log Cabin Perennials
- Saco, ME
Longfellow’s Greenhouses
Scott Longfellow - Owner - Manchester, ME
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
- Augusta, ME
McClure’s Tree Nursery
- Kingfield, ME
McKay Nursery Company
- Waterloo, WI
McLaughlin Garden & Homestead
- South Paris, ME
Mobjack Nurseries, Inc.
- Foster, VA
Moody's Nursery and Garden Center
- Saco, ME
Native Haunts
Shawn Jalbert - Alfred, ME
Native Plant Trust
- Framingham, MA
Natural Communities Native Plants
- Batavia, IL
Old Stage Farm
- Lovell, ME
Paradis Nursery & Garden Center
- Sidney, ME
Pierson Nurseries, Inc.
- Biddeford, ME
Pine Ridge Gardens
- London, AR
Plainview Farm
- North Yarmouth, ME
PlantNative
- Portland, OR
Plants Unlimited
Hammon Buck - Rockport, ME
Pooh Corner Farm
- Mason Township, ME
Provencher’s Landscape & Nursery Inc.
- Lewiston, ME
Rainbow Gardens
- Damariscotta, ME
Risbara's Greenhouse
Peter and Claudia Risbara - Portland, ME
Rocky Ridge Perennials
- Orland, ME
Roundstone Native Seed, LLC
- Upton, KY
Skillin's Greenhouses, Inc
- Falmouth, ME
Snug Harbor Farm
- Kennebunk, ME
Spring Hill Nurseries
- Harrison, OH
Springvale Nurseries
Mike Tero & Kelly Tarbox - Sanford, ME
Sunnyside Gardens
- Turner, ME
The Green Thumb
- Rockport, ME
Trees To Please
- Norridgewock, ME
Wild Iris Herb Farm
- York, ME
Wild Seed Project
- Portland, ME
Wildflower Farm
- Coldwater, ON
Windswept Gardens
- Bangor, ME
Seed / Seedling Suppliers
Applewood Seed Company
- Arvada, CO
Big Flats Plant Materials Center
Shawnna Clark - PMC Manager - Corning, NY
Buy Rare Seeds
- San Francisco, CA
Conservation Blueprint
Peter Berthelsen - President - St. Paul, NE
Davids Nursery, LLC
David Tankard - Exmore, VA
Elberta Forest Tree Nursery
Rayonier Inc. - Elberta, AL
Gingerbread Farm Perennials
- Wayne, ME
Heritage Flower Farm
- Mukwonago, WI
Itasca Ladyslipper Farm
Carol Steele - Grand Rapids, MN
Johnny's Selected Seeds
- Winslow, ME
Joyful Butterfly
- Blackstock, SC
Lancaster Farms, Inc.
- Suffolk, VA
McKay Nursery Company
- Waterloo, WI
Mobjack Nurseries, Inc.
- Foster, VA
Natural Communities Native Plants
- Batavia, IL
Spring Hill Nurseries
- Harrison, OH
The Right Seed
- Hooper, NE
Wild Seed Project
- Portland, ME
Wildflower Farm
- Coldwater, ON
WoodPrairie Farm
Jim & Megan Gerritsen - Bridgewater, ME
Weed / Invasives Management Professionals
Sandra Keppner
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Regional AIS Coordinator - Basom, NY
Wildlife / Habitat Specialists
Atlantic Coast Joint Venture
Debra Reynolds - Communication Coordinator - Hadley, MA
Blaine N. Miller
Dirigo Timberland Management - Owner - North Anson, ME
Boyle Associates
James Boyle - President - Gorham, ME
David Wardrop
Golden Forestry Services - President - Veazie , ME
Deborah Perkins, M.S.
First Light Wildlife Habitats - Wildlife Biologist - Poland Spring, ME
Flycatcher LLC
- Yarmouth, ME
Jonathan Milne
- Environmental Consultant - Sidney, ME
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
- Augusta, ME
Merlin Benner
Wildlife Specialists, LLC - President - Wellsboro, PA
Rodney Kelshaw
Boyle Associates Environmental Consulting - Wildlife Bilogist - Gorham, ME
Steven Young
- Certified Wildlife Biologist - FRENCHVILLE, ME

 Species Best Management Practices

   
Show Articles on Species Best Management Practices (14)
A Tribute To The Monarch Butterfly: How to Turn Your Backyard Into a Butterfly Friendly Habitat
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Iconic is the most appropriate word to describe the Monarch butterfly. Most of us have fond childhood memories of the unmistakable orange and black beauty flitting around the blue sky on sunny summer days.

 

Using Existing Tools to Expand Cooperative Conservation for Candidate Species Across Federal and Non-Federal Lands
By:

For many years the Service has worked with partners to help them develop Candidate Conservation Agreements (CCAs). CCAs primarily have been developed by Federal agencies to cover Federal lands, and several have resulted in conservation efforts that made listing unnecessary.

 

Cooperative Conservation - Determinants of Landowner Engagement in Conserving Endangered Species
By:

This paper analyzes surveys of private landowners to identify factors that determine landowner engagement in the conservation of endangered species.

 

Controlling Invasive Species
By:

It is often difficult for landowners to cultivate desirable plant species on their property. An even more frustrating task is keeping unwanted plants at bay.

 

Safe Harbor - Helping Landowners Help Endangered Species
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This handbook describes safe harbor agreements and the way in which they work. It aims to help you decide if a safe harbor agreement makes sense for your land.& ...

 

SeaStates 2013 - How Well Does Your State Protect Your Coastal Waters?
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Here, using publicly available information, the Marine Conservation Institute and Mission Blue present the first scientifically rigorous quantitative account of no-take marine reserves in the waters of US coastal states and territories.

 

Inspection and Cleaning Manual for Equipment and Vehicles to Prevent the Spread of Invasive Species 2012 Edition
By:

Procedures have been developed in this manual to address the transport of pest and invasive species through equipment movement. This manual provides uniform guidelines for inspecting and cleaning vehicles and equipment to help prevent the spread of pest and invasive species during Bureau of Reclamation activities.

 

Overview of EPA Authorities for Natural Resource Managers Developing Aquatic Invasive Species Rapid Response and Management Plans
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has developed this document as a tool for state, tribal, regional, and local natural resource managers who are preparing or considering the preparation of rapid response action and/or management plans for aquatic invasive species (AIS).

 

A Landowner’s Guide to New England Cottontail Habitat Management
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New England’s only native cottontail rabbit species is in peril. Over the past few decades, the New England cottontail has seen significant declines throughout its range, and the ongoing trend of habitat loss will further threaten the species in coming years.

 

Aquatic Weed Management Control Methods

A discussion of the main types of aquatic weeds, plus prevention; biological, chemical, and mechanical control; and integrated weed management. A list of all Southern Regional Aquaculture Center factsheets (more than 150) are available at https://srac.tamu.edu/index.cfm/event/viewAllSheets/

 

Non-native Invasive Species Best Management Practices
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Non-native plants, animals, and microorganisms found outside of their natural range can become invasive. While many of these are harmless because they do not reproduce or spread in their new surroundings, other non-native species (NNIS) are considered invasive if they can cause harm to the economy, ecology or human health of the new environment.

 

Prescribed Fire Associations
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A Prescribed Fire Association is a group of landowners and other concerned citizens that form a partnership to conduct prescribed burns. Prescribed burning is the key land management tool used to restore and maintain native plant communities to their former diversity and productivity for livestock production and wildlife habitat.

 

Ecosystem services provided by bats
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Review of the available literature on the ecological and economic impact of ecosystem services provided by  bats.

 

2008 - 2012 National Invasive Species Management Plan
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Invasive Species introduced into the United States from around the globe are affecting plant and animal communities on our farms, ranches and coasts; and in our parks, waters, forests, and backyards.

 

 

 Google News about Invasive and Native Species Resources

The following news articles are provided by the Google News service and do not reflect the views or imply an endorsement by the Maine Land Conservation Assistance Network and its affiliates. We cannot guarantee the relevance of the content of this page or any links that may be followed from the articles herein.
Invasive Species News Items
Outbreak of Poisonous Browntail Moth Caterpillars Plagues Maine - The New York Times
6/13/2021 2:09:05 PM
Outbreak of Poisonous Browntail Moth Caterpillars Plagues Maine    The New York Times
An invasive species of caterpillar is taking over Maine, causing residents to break out in painful rashes - CBS News
6/11/2021 12:51:00 PM
An invasive species of caterpillar is taking over Maine, causing residents to break out in painful rashes    CBS News
92 Moose This Maine School May Change Dress Code to Allow Hats/Hoods 16 hours ago - 92moose.fm
6/11/2021 7:32:07 AM
92 Moose This Maine School May Change Dress Code to Allow Hats/Hoods 16 hours ago    92moose.fm
Mainers are breaking out in painful rashes caused by the browntail moth caterpillar - Bangor Daily News
6/8/2021 5:20:05 PM
Mainers are breaking out in painful rashes caused by the browntail moth caterpillar    Bangor Daily News
Invasive disease that threatens beech trees has been discovered in Maine - Bangor Daily News
6/7/2021 2:56:28 PM
Invasive disease that threatens beech trees has been discovered in Maine    Bangor Daily News
Outdoors in Maine: The spawning seasons of native fish - Lewiston Sun Journal
6/7/2021 4:57:50 AM
Outdoors in Maine: The spawning seasons of native fish    Lewiston Sun Journal
It's good to know when Maine fish spawn - observer-me.com
5/31/2021 9:25:58 AM
It's good to know when Maine fish spawn    observer-me.com
Lake associations looking to help prevent spread of invasive species in Maine waters - The County
5/29/2021 3:00:00 AM
Lake associations looking to help prevent spread of invasive species in Maine waters    The County
Five Endangered Species from Maine You Should Know About - Natural Resources Council of Maine
5/21/2021 3:00:00 AM
Five Endangered Species from Maine You Should Know About    Natural Resources Council of Maine
Invasive species can wreak havoc in Maine, here's how to help stop them from spreading - WGME
5/20/2021 3:00:00 AM
Invasive species can wreak havoc in Maine, here's how to help stop them from spreading    WGME
Next This notorious weed invading Maine can be foraged for a tasty treat - Bangor Daily News
5/20/2021 3:00:00 AM
Next This notorious weed invading Maine can be foraged for a tasty treat    Bangor Daily News
Settlement Will Result in Wetlands Restoration in Scarborough, Maine Area - U.S. EPA.gov
5/17/2021 3:00:00 AM
Settlement Will Result in Wetlands Restoration in Scarborough, Maine Area    U.S. EPA.gov
Maine House and Senate vote to advance bill to protect bees - Environment Maine
4/28/2021 3:00:00 AM
Maine House and Senate vote to advance bill to protect bees    Environment Maine
Why Biodiversity Matters to Maine and the World | Nature of Maine - Natural Resources Council of Maine
4/16/2021 3:00:00 AM
Why Biodiversity Matters to Maine and the World | Nature of Maine    Natural Resources Council of Maine
As parasite threatens Maine's ash trees, regulators weigh how to lessen damage - PenBayPilot.com
4/2/2021 3:00:00 AM
As parasite threatens Maine's ash trees, regulators weigh how to lessen damage    PenBayPilot.com
Invasive beetle found in southern Maine ash trees The beetle is considered one of the most - Bangor Daily News
3/29/2021 3:00:00 AM
Invasive beetle found in southern Maine ash trees The beetle is considered one of the most    Bangor Daily News
Warning Issued in Maine Over Invasive Mussels Found in Pet Store Products - NECN
3/17/2021 3:00:00 AM
Warning Issued in Maine Over Invasive Mussels Found in Pet Store Products    NECN
The Trees of Maine: Tree Facts & ID; Climate Impacts; Invasive Issues; Care & Advice - Maine Public
3/12/2021 3:00:00 AM
The Trees of Maine: Tree Facts & ID; Climate Impacts; Invasive Issues; Care & Advice    Maine Public
Maine Biologists Warn Aquarium Owners Of Invasive Zebra Mussels - q1065.fm
3/10/2021 3:00:00 AM
Maine Biologists Warn Aquarium Owners Of Invasive Zebra Mussels    q1065.fm
Maine IF&W Warns New Invasive Species in Fish Tank Moss Balls - 92moose.fm
3/9/2021 3:00:00 AM
Maine IF&W Warns New Invasive Species in Fish Tank Moss Balls    92moose.fm
Forest Service asks Mainers to cut browntail moth webs - WGME
3/4/2021 3:00:00 AM
Forest Service asks Mainers to cut browntail moth webs    WGME
There are scorpions in Maine, and they're probably in your house - WGME
3/2/2021 3:00:00 AM
There are scorpions in Maine, and they're probably in your house    WGME
Maine wants residents to step up to stop invasive species - WGME
2/27/2021 3:00:00 AM
Maine wants residents to step up to stop invasive species    WGME
'Together, we can do more': Maine DACF launches 2021 National Invasive Species Awareness Week campaign - NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ
2/22/2021 3:00:00 AM
'Together, we can do more': Maine DACF launches 2021 National Invasive Species Awareness Week campaign    NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ
Officials warn residents of invasive, itchy moth after discovering web in Maine - Boston News, Weather, Sports | WHDH 7News
2/22/2021 3:00:00 AM
Officials warn residents of invasive, itchy moth after discovering web in Maine    Boston News, Weather, Sports | WHDH 7News
'One easy, simple step' to protect Maine's lakes from invasive species - Lewiston Sun Journal
2/21/2021 3:00:00 AM
'One easy, simple step' to protect Maine's lakes from invasive species    Lewiston Sun Journal
New fishing protections spell win for Maine's puffin population | TheHill - The Hill
1/27/2021 3:00:00 AM
New fishing protections spell win for Maine's puffin population | TheHill    The Hill
Invasive beetle found in another 7 Maine towns - Bangor Daily News
11/19/2020 3:00:00 AM
Invasive beetle found in another 7 Maine towns    Bangor Daily News
Next What climate change means for Maine's farms and forests - Bangor Daily News
11/15/2020 3:00:00 AM
Next What climate change means for Maine's farms and forests    Bangor Daily News
Next Lowe's may have sold ash trees infested with invasive beetles in Maine this summer - Bangor Daily News
10/23/2020 3:00:00 AM
Next Lowe's may have sold ash trees infested with invasive beetles in Maine this summer    Bangor Daily News
Invasive grass found in Maine for first time - WGME
10/9/2020 3:00:00 AM
Invasive grass found in Maine for first time    WGME
Invasive spotted lanternfly egg masses found in Boothbay, other Maine locations - Boothbay Register
9/30/2020 3:00:00 AM
Invasive spotted lanternfly egg masses found in Boothbay, other Maine locations    Boothbay Register
Next Eggs of invasive insect that targets maple syrup found in Maine - Bangor Daily News
9/29/2020 3:00:00 AM
Next Eggs of invasive insect that targets maple syrup found in Maine    Bangor Daily News
Next Answers to your questions about warming temperatures in the Gulf of Maine - Bangor Daily News
9/23/2020 3:00:00 AM
Next Answers to your questions about warming temperatures in the Gulf of Maine    Bangor Daily News
Previous 10 creatures you can find in a Maine tide pool - Bangor Daily News
8/25/2020 3:00:00 AM
Previous 10 creatures you can find in a Maine tide pool    Bangor Daily News
Maine's berry crops are threatened by hordes of this invasive insect - Bangor Daily News
8/13/2020 3:00:00 AM
Maine's berry crops are threatened by hordes of this invasive insect    Bangor Daily News
Maine Urges Residents to Check Trees for These 3 Invasive Bugs - 92moose.fm
8/12/2020 3:00:00 AM
Maine Urges Residents to Check Trees for These 3 Invasive Bugs    92moose.fm
Next Asexual self-cloning ticks that can kill livestock are closing in on Maine - Bangor Daily News
7/16/2020 3:00:00 AM
Next Asexual self-cloning ticks that can kill livestock are closing in on Maine    Bangor Daily News
Next This notorious weed is among 'the worst invasive' species in Maine - Bangor Daily News
5/29/2020 3:00:00 AM
Next This notorious weed is among 'the worst invasive' species in Maine    Bangor Daily News
Nature lecture: Invasive Plant Species at Merryspring and Around Maine - PenBayPilot.com
5/26/2020 7:20:19 AM
Nature lecture: Invasive Plant Species at Merryspring and Around Maine    PenBayPilot.com
8 invasive species in Maine that are easy to spot - WGME
2/28/2020 3:00:00 AM
8 invasive species in Maine that are easy to spot    WGME
Invasive Asian Crazy Worms Have Been Spotted in More Than a Dozen Places in Maine Over the Past Year - Newsweek
2/27/2020 3:00:00 AM
Invasive Asian Crazy Worms Have Been Spotted in More Than a Dozen Places in Maine Over the Past Year    Newsweek
Next Invasive crazy worms are snaking their way across Maine - Bangor Daily News
2/26/2020 3:00:00 AM
Next Invasive crazy worms are snaking their way across Maine    Bangor Daily News
Invasive Species: What Non-Native Species Are The Most Problematic in Maine & What Can Be Done? - Maine Public
2/24/2020 3:00:00 AM
Invasive Species: What Non-Native Species Are The Most Problematic in Maine & What Can Be Done?    Maine Public
Maine asks residents to help curb spread of invasive species - WGME
2/24/2020 3:00:00 AM
Maine asks residents to help curb spread of invasive species    WGME
Slamming The Door On Visitors Maine Wants No Part Of - NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ
2/21/2020 3:00:00 AM
Slamming The Door On Visitors Maine Wants No Part Of    NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ
Next Maine researchers are finding new ways to make invasive green crabs more palatable - Bangor Daily News
11/12/2019 3:00:00 AM
Next Maine researchers are finding new ways to make invasive green crabs more palatable    Bangor Daily News
A crab shell sighting at Acadia is more evidence of a 'ticking time bomb' on Maine's coast - Bangor Daily News
9/27/2019 3:00:00 AM
A crab shell sighting at Acadia is more evidence of a 'ticking time bomb' on Maine's coast    Bangor Daily News
Next Scientists are working to save Maine's endangered native plants — one seed at a time - Bangor Daily News
9/24/2019 3:00:00 AM
Next Scientists are working to save Maine's endangered native plants — one seed at a time    Bangor Daily News
Invasive Brown-Tail Moth Causes Problems in Maine - NBC10 Boston
6/26/2019 3:00:00 AM
Invasive Brown-Tail Moth Causes Problems in Maine    NBC10 Boston
A Top Threat to Biodiversity: Invasive Plants | First Light Wildlife Habitats - Natural Resources Council of Maine
11/14/2018 3:00:00 AM
A Top Threat to Biodiversity: Invasive Plants | First Light Wildlife Habitats    Natural Resources Council of Maine
How An Invasive Plant Is Helping Ticks Survive In Maine - mainepublic.org
8/9/2018 3:00:00 AM
How An Invasive Plant Is Helping Ticks Survive In Maine    mainepublic.org
Maine DEP invasive milfoil warning - WABI
7/2/2018 3:00:00 AM
Maine DEP invasive milfoil warning    WABI
Next Don't be fooled by these pretty invasive flowers that are bad for Maine - Bangor Daily News
5/21/2018 3:00:00 AM
Next Don't be fooled by these pretty invasive flowers that are bad for Maine    Bangor Daily News
Invasive seaweed threatens Gulf of Maine - Bangor Daily News
8/13/2017 3:00:00 AM
Invasive seaweed threatens Gulf of Maine    Bangor Daily News
Gardeners, Be Aware — Popular Species Among List of Invasive Plants to Come Off Market - MainePublic.org
3/30/2017 3:00:00 AM
Gardeners, Be Aware — Popular Species Among List of Invasive Plants to Come Off Market    MainePublic.org
Previous 33 plants deemed invasive can no longer be sold in Maine - Bangor Daily News
2/2/2017 3:00:00 AM
Previous 33 plants deemed invasive can no longer be sold in Maine    Bangor Daily News
Invasive species exploit a warming Gulf of Maine, sometimes with destructive results - Press Herald
10/28/2015 3:00:00 AM
Invasive species exploit a warming Gulf of Maine, sometimes with destructive results    Press Herald
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Gardiner downtown plan will focus on economic growth, climate change - Mainebiz
5/18/2021 3:00:00 AM
Gardiner downtown plan will focus on economic growth, climate change    Mainebiz
Diminishing ice cover on Maine's lakes could impact fish populations - Lewiston Sun Journal
4/25/2021 3:00:00 AM
Diminishing ice cover on Maine's lakes could impact fish populations    Lewiston Sun Journal
Aerial pesticide spraying in Maine is necessary and safe - AgAir Update
3/29/2021 3:00:00 AM
Aerial pesticide spraying in Maine is necessary and safe    AgAir Update
Warning Issued in Maine Over Invasive Mussels Found in Pet Store Products - NECN
3/17/2021 3:00:00 AM
Warning Issued in Maine Over Invasive Mussels Found in Pet Store Products    NECN
Downeast Trout Unlimited presents Maine Brook Trout with Merry Gallagher, Brett Ciccotelli - PenBayPilot.com
3/17/2021 3:00:00 AM
Downeast Trout Unlimited presents Maine Brook Trout with Merry Gallagher, Brett Ciccotelli    PenBayPilot.com
Invasive zebra mussels found in Maine pet stores - Press Herald
3/8/2021 3:00:00 AM
Invasive zebra mussels found in Maine pet stores    Press Herald
'Pledge To Rewild' Campaign Encourages Mainers To Restore Native Plants In Their Landscapes - Maine Public
2/10/2021 3:00:00 AM
'Pledge To Rewild' Campaign Encourages Mainers To Restore Native Plants In Their Landscapes    Maine Public
Maine Spiders - Meet Maine's 677 Spiders - Down East
1/6/2021 4:41:11 PM
Maine Spiders - Meet Maine's 677 Spiders    Down East
Critter Chatter: A Pet Peeve | Nature of Maine blog - Natural Resources Council of Maine
12/15/2020 3:00:00 AM
Critter Chatter: A Pet Peeve | Nature of Maine blog    Natural Resources Council of Maine
Canadian finches are invading Maine to find food this fall – Bangor Daily News - Bangor Daily News
11/19/2020 3:00:00 AM
Canadian finches are invading Maine to find food this fall – Bangor Daily News    Bangor Daily News
Maine Biologists Are On A Mission To Restore The Call Of The Loon To Its Historic Range - Maine Public
11/18/2020 3:00:00 AM
Maine Biologists Are On A Mission To Restore The Call Of The Loon To Its Historic Range    Maine Public
Previous A search for Maine's blueback trout - Bangor Daily News
11/13/2020 3:00:00 AM
Previous A search for Maine's blueback trout    Bangor Daily News
Ask Maine Audubon: Releasing pets into the wild is a bad idea - pressherald.com
11/1/2020 2:00:00 AM
Ask Maine Audubon: Releasing pets into the wild is a bad idea    pressherald.com
Timeless Lessons from a Native Garden in Uncertain Times - Natural Resources Council of Maine
10/2/2020 3:00:00 AM
Timeless Lessons from a Native Garden in Uncertain Times    Natural Resources Council of Maine
Record lake trout caught in Maine | Fishing | conwaydailysun.com - Conway Daily Sun
7/10/2020 3:00:00 AM
Record lake trout caught in Maine | Fishing | conwaydailysun.com    Conway Daily Sun
In Maine's 200 years, man's impact has altered the animal landscape - Press Herald
3/15/2020 3:00:00 AM
In Maine's 200 years, man's impact has altered the animal landscape    Press Herald
Previous You could help save Maine turtles by taking a short walk - Bangor Daily News
3/4/2020 3:00:00 AM
Previous You could help save Maine turtles by taking a short walk    Bangor Daily News
Invasive Asian Crazy Worms Have Been Spotted in More Than a Dozen Places in Maine Over the Past Year - Newsweek
2/27/2020 3:00:00 AM
Invasive Asian Crazy Worms Have Been Spotted in More Than a Dozen Places in Maine Over the Past Year    Newsweek
Invasive Species: What Non-Native Species Are The Most Problematic in Maine & What Can Be Done? - Maine Public
2/24/2020 3:00:00 AM
Invasive Species: What Non-Native Species Are The Most Problematic in Maine & What Can Be Done?    Maine Public
Maine asks residents to help curb spread of invasive species - WGME
2/24/2020 3:00:00 AM
Maine asks residents to help curb spread of invasive species    WGME
Previous Saving Maine's endangered wildlife is a 'complex dance' - Bangor Daily News
2/15/2020 3:00:00 AM
Previous Saving Maine's endangered wildlife is a 'complex dance'    Bangor Daily News
3 reasons to appreciate Maine's many porcupines - Bangor Daily News
11/15/2019 3:00:00 AM
3 reasons to appreciate Maine's many porcupines    Bangor Daily News
8 Rules for a Great Maine Garden - Down East
10/23/2019 10:09:30 AM
8 Rules for a Great Maine Garden    Down East
The largest amphibians in Maine have invaded its lakes and ponds - WGME
10/16/2019 3:00:00 AM
The largest amphibians in Maine have invaded its lakes and ponds    WGME
A crab shell sighting at Acadia is more evidence of a 'ticking time bomb' on Maine's coast - Bangor Daily News
9/27/2019 3:00:00 AM
A crab shell sighting at Acadia is more evidence of a 'ticking time bomb' on Maine's coast    Bangor Daily News
Next Scientists are working to save Maine's endangered native plants — one seed at a time - Bangor Daily News
9/24/2019 3:00:00 AM
Next Scientists are working to save Maine's endangered native plants — one seed at a time    Bangor Daily News
Maine's Real Lupine Revealed | First Light Wildlife Habitats - Natural Resources Council of Maine
6/24/2019 3:00:00 AM
Maine's Real Lupine Revealed | First Light Wildlife Habitats    Natural Resources Council of Maine
A creature that looks like 'pancake batter' is thriving in the warming Gulf of Maine - Bangor Daily News
11/15/2018 3:00:00 AM
A creature that looks like 'pancake batter' is thriving in the warming Gulf of Maine    Bangor Daily News
A Top Threat to Biodiversity: Invasive Plants | First Light Wildlife Habitats - Natural Resources Council of Maine
11/14/2018 3:00:00 AM
A Top Threat to Biodiversity: Invasive Plants | First Light Wildlife Habitats    Natural Resources Council of Maine
How An Invasive Plant Is Helping Ticks Survive In Maine - mainepublic.org
8/9/2018 3:00:00 AM
How An Invasive Plant Is Helping Ticks Survive In Maine    mainepublic.org
Why some Mainers are trading the traditional lawn for mini meadows - Bangor Daily News
4/10/2018 3:00:00 AM
Why some Mainers are trading the traditional lawn for mini meadows    Bangor Daily News
33 Plants Now Illegal to Sell in Maine - WABI
1/1/2018 3:00:00 AM
33 Plants Now Illegal to Sell in Maine    WABI
Gardeners, Be Aware — Popular Species Among List of Invasive Plants to Come Off Market - MainePublic.org
3/30/2017 3:00:00 AM
Gardeners, Be Aware — Popular Species Among List of Invasive Plants to Come Off Market    MainePublic.org
Previous 33 plants deemed invasive can no longer be sold in Maine - Bangor Daily News
2/2/2017 3:00:00 AM
Previous 33 plants deemed invasive can no longer be sold in Maine    Bangor Daily News
Maine set to enact banned plants list - Portland Press Herald - Press Herald
12/27/2016 3:00:00 AM
Maine set to enact banned plants list - Portland Press Herald    Press Herald
Restoring native plants to the Maine landscape - The Ellsworth American
5/11/2016 3:00:00 AM
Restoring native plants to the Maine landscape    The Ellsworth American
Invasive species exploit a warming Gulf of Maine, sometimes with destructive results - Press Herald
10/28/2015 3:00:00 AM
Invasive species exploit a warming Gulf of Maine, sometimes with destructive results    Press Herald
Gulf of Maine's cold-craving marine species forced to retreat to deeper waters - Press Herald
10/27/2015 3:00:00 AM
Gulf of Maine's cold-craving marine species forced to retreat to deeper waters    Press Herald
Feisty Freshwater Walleyes Unwanted in Maine - NECN
3/25/2014 3:00:00 AM
Feisty Freshwater Walleyes Unwanted in Maine    NECN