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As the colorful palette of fall emerges across New York state, the St. Lawrence-Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management is providing refreshed tips and resources to help community members tackle invasive species during this critical season. Fall offers a prime opportunity to spot and control invasive species, as many of these unwanted plants persist while native species begin to go dormant.
Attention anglers: As you head to your favorite salmon fishing spots, be on the lookout for Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) adults and eggs that could be on your vehicle and equipment. If you find SLF adults or egg masses, report the observation to NYiMapInvasives.org or email a photo and the location of the found SLF to spottedlanternfly@agriculture.
ny.gov . Squish SLF adults or scrape eggs into a baggie.
Knotweed awareness: While fishing, avoid walking through invasive knotweed, which can easily spread from broken plant fragments. This pernicious weed continues to threaten local ecosystems, and extra caution can prevent further damage. Attention leaf peepers: Beech Leaf Disease, an invasive pathogen affecting beech trees, is another threat to watch out for.
When exploring trails this fall, inspect the underside of beech tree leaves for signs of striping between leaf veins and look for curled or leathery leaves. Report suspicious sightings to NYiMapInvasives. SLELO PRISM also encourages everyone to join the Pledge to Protect initiative, which empowers individuals with simple actions to make a significant difference in protecting our natural habitats.
By joining, community members gain access to exclusive resources and become part of a growing network dedicated to preserving New York’s lands and waters year-round. For more information about SLELO PRISM and the Pledge to Protect program, visit iPledgeToProtect.org .
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