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US news
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Americans urged to EAT rat-like rodents terrorizing the nation

Invasive nutria rodents pose health risks and damage wetlands in the U.S., prompting officials to encourage public hunting.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Officials unleash sterile mosquitoes in bid to curb disease - with promising results

A new strategy using sterile male mosquitoes shows promise in reducing invasive populations and controlling dengue fever spread in Southern California.
US news
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Americans urged to EAT rat-like rodents terrorizing the nation

Invasive nutria rodents pose health risks and damage wetlands in the U.S., prompting officials to encourage public hunting.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Officials unleash sterile mosquitoes in bid to curb disease - with promising results

A new strategy using sterile male mosquitoes shows promise in reducing invasive populations and controlling dengue fever spread in Southern California.
more#public-health
#spotted-lanternfly
fromsilive
1 week ago
Agriculture

Lanternflies return for 2025 as newly hatched nymphs appear in Staten Island park

fromsilive
1 week ago
Agriculture

Lanternflies return for 2025 as newly hatched nymphs appear in Staten Island park

more#spotted-lanternfly
fromLondon On The Inside
2 weeks ago

Win Six Tickets to Crayfish Bob's Crayfish Boils

Crawfish Boils are feasts featuring crayfish, corn, potatoes, and sausage, deeply rooted in Creole and Cajun culture, now being celebrated in Bermondsey.
Food & drink
#lake-oroville
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

California's 2nd-largest reservoir hits record milestone after brutal dry spell

Lake Oroville is nearly full, reaching 99% capacity, while concerns grow over the risk of flooding and invasive species threatening its ecosystem.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
California

Golden Mussel Presents Widespread Threat To Major California Reservoir | KQED

fromKqed
3 weeks ago
California

Golden Mussel Presents Widespread Threat To Major California Reservoir | KQED

California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

California's 2nd-largest reservoir hits record milestone after brutal dry spell

Lake Oroville is nearly full, reaching 99% capacity, while concerns grow over the risk of flooding and invasive species threatening its ecosystem.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
California

Golden Mussel Presents Widespread Threat To Major California Reservoir | KQED

fromKqed
3 weeks ago
California

Golden Mussel Presents Widespread Threat To Major California Reservoir | KQED

more#lake-oroville
#ecology
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Immigration's a hot topic and it applies to non-native plants, animals and insects, all over the world | Tim Blackburn

Immigration has transformed Britain's landscape, with both native and alien species changing its biodiversity.
OMG science
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

The invasive species that keeps stowing away to Hawaii

Hawaii is experiencing a rise in illegal, non-native opossum sightings, posing potential risks to local ecosystems and endangered species.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Immigration's a hot topic and it applies to non-native plants, animals and insects, all over the world | Tim Blackburn

Immigration has transformed Britain's landscape, with both native and alien species changing its biodiversity.
OMG science
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

The invasive species that keeps stowing away to Hawaii

Hawaii is experiencing a rise in illegal, non-native opossum sightings, posing potential risks to local ecosystems and endangered species.
more#ecology
#giant-hogweed
more#giant-hogweed
#asian-needle-ant
more#asian-needle-ant
#environmental-impact
Arts
fromCornell Chronicle
4 months ago

NYS invasive species illuminated by art and science exhibit | Cornell Chronicle

The exhibit at Cornell University highlights the threat of invasive species to New York ecosystems.
Public awareness is vital for effective policy changes against invasive species.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How an idealistic tree-planting project turned into Kenya's toxic, thorny nightmare

Mathenge, once seen as a solution for desertification in Kenya, has become an invasive species, severely affecting livestock and pastoralist livelihoods.
Arts
fromCornell Chronicle
4 months ago

NYS invasive species illuminated by art and science exhibit | Cornell Chronicle

The exhibit at Cornell University highlights the threat of invasive species to New York ecosystems.
Public awareness is vital for effective policy changes against invasive species.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How an idealistic tree-planting project turned into Kenya's toxic, thorny nightmare

Mathenge, once seen as a solution for desertification in Kenya, has become an invasive species, severely affecting livestock and pastoralist livelihoods.
more#environmental-impact
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Flesh-eating 'Demonic worms' that could irritate human skin in US city

The worms are generally not dangerous to humans, although their skin contains a toxin called tetrodotoxin that can cause a rash if they are touched.
OMG science
#governors-island
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York Islanders

Flock of sheep to spend one final summer on Governors Island ridding area of invasive plant species | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York Islanders

Flock of sheep to spend one final summer on Governors Island ridding area of invasive plant species | amNewYork

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fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Dog owners at hipster NYC park warned about prickly weeds that could hurt pups

Last year a foxtail seed barb got lodged in our dog's inner eyelid and scratched her cornea, " resident Jasmine Colahan posted on Instagram.
NYC parents
#wildlife
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#golden-mussels
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

Lake Tahoe goes on high alert as invasive species creeps closer

Golden mussels pose a significant ecological threat to Lake Tahoe, prompting increased inspection measures to prevent their introduction.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
San Francisco

Officials warn of 'urgent invasive species threat' in Northern California

The discovery of golden mussels in California presents an urgent invasive species threat that requires immediate action and coordinated management.
Two-thirds of California's population relies on the San Joaquin Delta for water, making the spread of golden mussels a significant concern.
Golden State Warriors
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Lake Tahoe goes on high alert as invasive species creeps closer

Golden mussels pose a significant ecological threat to Lake Tahoe, prompting increased inspection measures to prevent their introduction.
more#golden-mussels
Miami food
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

The World's Most Destructive Termites Are Taking Over Florida: How You Can Protect Your Home, According to Exterminators

Aggressive termite species are cross-breeding in South Florida, posing severe risks to homes and property.
#agriculture
Silicon Valley food
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

California is dumping millions of flies on Bay Area residents

California is using a sterile insect technique to combat Mediterranean fruit flies.
Millions of sterilized male fruit flies are released to disrupt mating cycles.
Silicon Valley food
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

California is dumping millions of flies on Bay Area residents

California is using a sterile insect technique to combat Mediterranean fruit flies.
Millions of sterilized male fruit flies are released to disrupt mating cycles.
more#agriculture
#environmental-conservation
more#environmental-conservation
#biodiversity
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Week in wildlife: a turtle hatchling, a curious marmoset and an oarfish

Conservation efforts are crucial to prevent species extinction, as demonstrated by breakthroughs in reproductive technologies for the northern white rhino.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Week in wildlife: a turtle hatchling, a curious marmoset and an oarfish

Conservation efforts are crucial to prevent species extinction, as demonstrated by breakthroughs in reproductive technologies for the northern white rhino.
more#biodiversity
#beekeeping
more#beekeeping
California
fromKqed
2 months ago

A Scientist's Fight to Save Catalina Island's Plant Biodiversity | KQED

Kevin Alison passionately works to protect and propagate endangered plant species on Catalina Island.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Weed Manager of the Year: One Man's Quest to Save the Sonoran Desert

Mr. Pike emphasizes that the role of volunteers has become increasingly critical for managing public lands, especially after federal cuts have left agencies underfunded.
Retirement
#ecological-impact
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Scientists have birthed a super cannibal' that never grows up. Could it be key to combating Australia's cane toad menace?

The toad, produced by scientists, signifies a major breakthrough in fighting invasive cane toads, showcasing rapid gene-editing success and innovative ecological strategies.
OMG science
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

In brief: East Bay park district changing its boat inspection rules May 7

Starting May 7, the EBRPD's banding program is transitioning to color-coded, lake-specific bands and will no longer accept EBMUD bands.
SF parents
New York Islanders
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Tree killing beetle may cause more wildfires, Long Island officials warn

Long Island's pine barrens face severe threats from the invasive southern pine beetle, posing fire hazards and ecological damage.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago

Native Flora and Fauna Return to Green-Wood Cemetery

Green-Wood Cemetery's Rethinking Urban Grasslands project seeks to manage invasive grass species while promoting native flora.
#wildlife-management
Silicon Valley food
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Could putting swamp rat on your dinner plate help save California marshland?

Invasive nutria are damaging California ecosystems, prompting conservation officials to encourage hunting and eating them as a control measure.
Silicon Valley food
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Could putting swamp rat on your dinner plate help save California marshland?

Invasive nutria are damaging California ecosystems, prompting conservation officials to encourage hunting and eating them as a control measure.
more#wildlife-management
fromWIRED
4 months ago

DOGE's Cuts at the USDA Could Cause US Grocery Prices to Rise and Invasive Species to Spread

Dog trainers are just one example of the kind of highly specialized USDA staff that have been removed from their stations in recent weeks.
SF food
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