Reducing the Threat of Invasive Species
Long Island and Beyond
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Protect Your Forests
Prevent the Spread of Long Island's Invasive Species
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Protect Your Waters
Help us locate Harmful Invasive Species
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Long Island Invasive Species Management Area

Our Mission: To Reduce the Threat of Invasive Species throughout Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island.

Conserve biodiversity

Conserve biodiversity

We aim to conserve biodiversity, wildlife habitat, recreation resources, scenic quality, and crop production, while protecting human health and safety.
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build partnerships

BUILD PARTNERSHIPS

We facilitate cooperation and coordination among land owners and managers.
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proactive management

Proactive management

We aim to reduce the costs of invasive species management by preventing and eradicating new invasive species infestations before they become established.
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What is an Invasive Species?

Invasive species are non-native plants, animals, insects, or diseases that cause harm to our local ecosystems, the economy, or human health. As one of the greatest threats to New York’s biodiversity, agriculture, and outdoor recreation, it is everyone’s responsibility to prevent their spread.

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