Created by Desiree L. Soper. ALIEN or EXOTIC- Non-Native Causes problems in the new environment.

Created by Desiree L. Soper

ALIEN or EXOTIC- Non-Native

Causes problems in the new environment

Asian Carp

Zebra Mussels

Reproduce rapidlyLack predators and diseases that would

otherwise keep the numbers downAdapts to new environments quicklyPlants can change the environment to

suit its own survival needsAble to live off a wide variety of food

sources

ON PURPOSE

?BY

ACCIDENT?

OR

On purpose or by accident? PURPOSE- In 1890, 100 birds were released into Central Park in New York City by fans of William Shakespeare, who had mentioned the

bird in his writings.

Where were they originally? EURASIAWhere can they be found now?

ALL OVER North America and parts of Canada

They destroy crops

They rob native birds of nesting sites

On purpose or by accident?

BOTH- It was introduced accidentally as a contaminant in the ballast of ships and on

purpose as a medicinal herb to treat bleeding, wounds, ulcers, and others

Where was it originally? EURASIAWhere can it be found in North America now?

Mostly in the north, but it has been found in almost every state

It reproduces rapidly

Displaces native plants, eliminating natural food

On purpose or by accident?

By accident- Thought to be brought to North America in

1990’s in overseas ship containers

Where was it originally? ASIAWhere can it be found in North America now?

It has been found in 15 states so far and parts of Canada

One of the most destructive non-native insects in U.S.

Killed at least 50-100 million ash trees

Mechanical- prescribed fire, manual removal, explosives

Biological- natural enemies such as insects or pathogens that attack the invasive species

Chemical- manipulation of water or soil chemistry to increase the growth of native species

Cultural- educating people, encouraging actions that minimize the spread of invasive species

1. NEVER release exotic plants or animals into the wild.

2. Urge your family and friends to plant only native species in yards or gardens.

3. DON’T move firewood!4. “If you are a boater, inspect and remove

aquatic plants, animals, and mud from your boat, motor, and trailer.

5. Educate your family and friends.

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training_materials/IPANEtraining_Manual.pdfhttp://alic.arid.arizona.edu/invasive/sub4/index.shtmlhttp://www.maxshores.com/kudzu/http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kudzuhttp://www.glfc.org/fishmgmt/carp.phphttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdcQ56OpxNE