In LIISMA’s Early Detection and Rapid Response program, we focus our attention on Tier 1 (early detection and prevention) and Tier 2 (early detection and eradication) emerging invasive species in … Read more
In LIISMA’s Conservation Areas program, we focus on protecting rare species and significant ecological communities from the threat of invasive species. From ponds to forests to beaches, LIISMA staff worked … Read more
As LIISMA approaches the end of our field season, the breezy October days have been just what we needed to cool down after a very hot and busy summer! As … Read more
LIISMA staff and partners are developing a new strategic plan for invasive species from 2025 to 2030, and we’re looking for your ideas, insights, and strategies. The planning process started … Read more
The month of September brought into focus several of LIISMA’s important projects in conservation areas and emerging invasive species– from the beaches of Fire Island to the ponds of Suffolk … Read more
From emerging invasive species surveys to pulling aquatic plants, the LIISMA Team has been busy in the field at the peak of summer. In late July, Abby and Kassidy took … Read more
LIISMA is privileged to be hosted by the Long Island Native Plant Initiative (LINPI), a local non-profit organization at the forefront of preserving Long Island’s biodiversity. LINPI cultivates native plant … Read more
The LIISMA team has been hard at work this month with many upcoming projects underway, many of which are still in development, but stay tuned! One of LIISMA’s field highlights … Read more
From invasive plant surveying to water chestnut pulls, the field season gets into full swing in June at LIISMA. We started the month with a return to a familiar site: … Read more
Thanks to all who participated in New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (NYISAW) this year! From June 3rd to 9th and all month long, LIISMA and our partners hosted events … Read more
