Branch Chief: Jeff Morisette
Scientists with FORT’s National Institute for Invasive Species Science are taking the lead in invasive species tracking and prevention by developing models to understand and forecast invasive species distribution and spread for more effective management and interdiction.
In order to help the endangered Okinawan rail, Okinawan middle school students are visiting Guam August 16-20 to learn about the Guam rail and the impact of invasive species on native wildlife. As part of the course, the students will tour the USGS Brown Treesnake Research Lab at Ritidian Point for hands-on learning about snake research, control, and methods for preventing this destructive, non-native snake from invading other Pacific Islands as well as the continental U.S. The students will be accompanied by Okinawa Times reporters, a TV cameraman, and representatives from Okinawa's Conservation and Animal Welfare Trust.
Control and Containment of the Brown Treesnake and Other Invasive Reptiles
More Invasive Species Science Headlines
Publications:
Detection and early warning of invasive species
Risk assessment of invasive species
Population demography of shortgrass prairie songbirds
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