Expertise

The following databases provide links to expertise related to invasive alien species:

IUCN Invasive Species Specialist Group
Experts Database of European Research Network on Aquatic Invasive Species
International Association for Great Lakes Research – Expert Directory (note: search by topic “Aquatic Nuisance Species”)
European Alien Species Expertise Registry
Global Invasive Species Programme Contacts Database
African Forest Pest Management Experts
Aquatic Nuisance Species Taskforce
USDA National Invasive Species Information Center Expertise Databases
Eurasian Watermilfoil Resource List
USDA Integrated Pest Management Expertise Database

Native to South America, the red fire ant has invaded Australia, New Zealand and the U.S. where it outcompetes native ant species. Fire ants are aggressive and their bites sting and may cause blisters.
Credit: R. J. Toft, Landcare Research NZ Ltd