Common Reed (Phragmites australis)
Introduction & History Invasive phragmites (Phragmites australis, P. australis ssp. australis), also known as common reed, is a non-native, perennial wetland grass species that can grow 15 feet or … Read more
Introduction & History Invasive phragmites (Phragmites australis, P. australis ssp. australis), also known as common reed, is a non-native, perennial wetland grass species that can grow 15 feet or … Read more
Introduction Holly osmanthus (Osmanthus heterophyllus), also known as false holly, olive holly, or olive tea holly, is native to East Asia, particularly China and Japan. The plant is cultivated for … Read more
The Friends of Hempstead Plains at Nassau Community College is committed to safeguarding, conserving, and restoring approximately 24 acres of the globally rare ecological community known as the Hempstead Plains. … Read more
As we approach the midpoint of summer, LIISMA is actively engaged in invasive species surveys, monitoring, early detection, rapid response, management, and education and outreach. Abby, Melody, and Kassidy joined … Read more
The LIISMA Team of Bill, Abby, Melody, and Kassidy wishes to thank everyone who attended and participated in our Partners Meeting and Workshop on May 26. Special thanks to our … Read more
The LIISMA team (Bill Jacobs, Abby Bezrutczyk, Melody Penny, and Kassidy Robinson) is happy to report that our 2023 field season is underway. We have a variety of priority conservation … Read more
Third House Nature Center is a 501c3 environmental education organization located in Montauk’s historic Third House. Third House Nature Center volunteers provide the eyes and ears for invasive species on … Read more
LIISMA and partners are making progress on education, outreach, and management of Arthraxon hispidus. Also known as small carpet grass, arthraxon is a high priority (Tier 2) and high impact … Read more
On August 24, LIISMA staff Abby Bezrutczyk, Bill Jacobs, and Melody Penny surveyed Conscience Bay in Setauket by kayak for perennial pepperweed (Lepidium latifolium) and saltcedar (Tamarix spp.). Conscience Bay … Read more
This is a mockup of how the new sign may look at its chosen location in the park, with LIISMA staff Abby Bezrutczyk (left) at the virtual sign and former … Read more