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The gateway to invasive species information; covering federal, state, local, and international sources. Invasive species are plants, animals, or pathogens that are non-native (or alien) to the ecosystem under consideration, and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause harm.
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On February 3, 1999, Executive Order 13112 was signed by...
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Aquatic (water-dwelling) invasive species are non-native...
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Includes invasive species by category for insects, diseases, plants, and animals. See also: Invasive Species Status Report by Congressional District
Plants & Animals. Playing Smart Against Invasive Species - Short Version. The health and vitality of our plants and wildlife are essential to our lives even beyond forest and grassland boundaries. Every regions of our country is being invaded by invasive plants, animals, insects and pathogens. They can the environment, economy and each of us.
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Invasive animals, plants and pathogens pose a persistent and growing threat to U.S. agricultural production, forest resources, global food security and rural economies. These threats have real implications, not just for farmers, ranchers, and natural resource managers, but for all Americans.
Pet Safety. Animal and Plant Health. Q: Is USDA still able to protect U.S. agriculture from animal and plant pests and diseases? A: Yes. Like all Government Agencies, our top priority is the safety and health of our employees and customers.
Mar 6, 2024 · An ecosystem is a geographic area where plants, animals, and other organisms, as well as weather and landscape, work together to form a bubble of life. Ecosystems contain biotic or living, parts, as well as a biotic factors , or nonliving parts.