Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week in Michigan, June 29-July 5, reminds residents the importance of cleaning, washing, drying and disinfecting their boats, trailers and other water equipment.

Invasive species are plants or wildlife that can push native species out of their habitat and damage natural resources. Invasive plant species like stinknet, tamarisk, buffelgrass and fountain ...

An invasive species of fish that can live out of water has been found lurking in Canada, experts warn. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada confirmed reports of Misgurnus anguillicaudatus ...

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) recently shared a list of the five invasive animals that people can hunt, catch and cook. Chefs and hunters shared their insights.

Meyerson defines invasive species as “non-native species introduced either intentionally or accidentally by humans outside of their native range,” while noting a crucial distinction between ...

Warming ocean temperatures can have similar effects. In the US, the European green crab is among the highest profile invasive species, having caused significant ecological damage along the East Coast ...

In 2021, Dr. Beaury published research estimating that 61 percent of the 1,285 plant species identified as invasive in the United States were still available through the nursery trade.

The species is invasive in Florida and other warm states, where they eat Florida’s native plants and destabilize seawalls. “The solution? Iguana stew,” the wildlife service said.

That’s why the Nature Conservancy is highlighting New York’s Invasive Species Awareness Week, which is June 9-15. There are few simple tips to limit the spread of invasive species into ...

An invasive species of stinging ant is spreading across the United States with detections in at least 20 states. Brachyponera chinensis, or the Asian needle ant, have been found mostly in the ...

Beyond ecological concerns, invasive plants pose a significant financial burden. According to Endriss, Virginia spends approximately $1 billion annually to combat invasive plant species.

Residents who come in contact with the hammerhead worm are advised to report it to the Texas Invasive Species Institute. This story was originally published June 20, 2025 at 1:05 PM.