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Latest Invasive Species News 

Preserve Michigan’s fishing tradition by preventing the spread of invasive species

May 01, 2025

Fishing is a cherished pastime for many Michiganders. Bringing along family, friends and young people helps preserve the tradition, but to keep our waters healthy and thriving f...

After the storm: DNR recommends prioritizing forest health in tree management

May 01, 2025

The recent ice storm has left an overwhelming tangle of downed and damaged trees across northern Michigan and the eastern Upper Peninsula. For those working with damaged trees i...

Lurking invasives, a big dig and a little irony: Save the dates for these upcoming NotMISpecies webinars

April 16, 2025

Plans for the April 30 NotMISpecies webinar on tree health and climate change have hit a snag – actually, thousands of snags. The session’s presenters are among the ...

Plan now for spring treatment of hemlock woolly adelgid

March 25, 2025

If hemlock trees on your property show signs of hemlock woolly adelgid infestation, now is a good time to plan for spring treatment of this invasive species. Hemlock woolly adel...

State awards $3.6 million for invasive species prevention and control

March 03, 2025

The state of Michigan today announced that 32 projects will share $3.6 million in funding through the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program for efforts that address the preven...

Protection of Michigan's woods and waters starts with you

February 25, 2025

National Invasive Species Awareness Week, Feb. 24-28, a great time to learn more, commit to year-round action Invasive species are a growing problem in Michigan and the U.S. Du...

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Invasive Species Videos

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Cleaning Boats and Equipment to Prevent Invasive Species

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EGLE Minute - New Zealand Mud Snail

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EGLE Minute - Parrot Feather

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EGLE Minute - Red Swamp Crayfish

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EGLE Minute - Yellow Floating Heart

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Exotic Aquatic Plant Watch Training

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Grass carp in Lake Erie

 

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Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in Michigan

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Invasive Carp Removal

 

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Invasive Species: Decontamination

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Invasive Species: Stop the Spread

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Invasive Species: The Basics

Phragmites and Waterfowl Hunters

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Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers