Invasive Species Early Detection Report in the Northeast Temperate Network 2010-2011 Summary Report |
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| National Park Service Staff, |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4929-1856-1 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2013 |
| Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $12.60 |
Book Description:
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In 2010 the Northeast Temperate Network (NETN) began implementing an invasive species early detection (ISED) program in 12 national park units. The ISED program was designed to facilitate detection of priority pests and exotic plants at early stages of establishment while the costs of eradication are still low and the chances of successful eradication are high. The major components of the ISED program include 1) a target list of early detection species for each park, 2) laminated field...
More DescriptionIn 2010 the Northeast Temperate Network (NETN) began implementing an invasive species early detection (ISED) program in 12 national park units. The ISED program was designed to facilitate detection of priority pests and exotic plants at early stages of establishment while the costs of eradication are still low and the chances of successful eradication are high. The major components of the ISED program include 1) a target list of early detection species for each park, 2) laminated field guides for each park containing the target list and identification cards for each target species, 3) a reporting plan to ensure park managers and NETN staff are informed quickly of detections, and 4) data management and annual reporting of early detection and invasive species data.