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Early Detection of Invasive Species on the Island of Maui, HawaiiPIERC Project Leader: Lloyd Loope, Ph.D. |
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Objectives: Develop methodology to document presence, distribution and spread of newly invading plant species Test practicality of methodology by identifying options & providing technical support for eradications |
| Accomplishments: Developed, applied, and documented results of methodology involving road surveys & expert interviews Provided data leading to eradication of 12 high-risk invasive plant species |
Significance: NPS, FWS, others seeking effective means of early detection of high-risk invasive species Project demonstrated (through collaboration with MISC) that eradications are feasible |
U.S. Department of the Interior |
U.S. Geological Survey
URL: http://biology.usgs.gov/pierc/
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