Restoring Balance: Replacing Mother of Millions with Gallberry

Kalan TaylorMay 7th, 2024In the intricate tapestry of ecosystems, the introduction of non-native species can often have devastating consequences. One such example is the invasive plant species known as Mother of Millions (Kalanchoe x houghtonii). Originally from Madagascar, this succulent has spread rapidly in various regions, outcompeting native flora and disrupting the delicate balance of ecosystems. However, there […]

May 2024 First Friday with Florida First Detector

Morgan PinkertonMay 6th, 2024Recap of May 2024 First Friday with Florida First Detector In May, we covered the basics of invasive snails and slugs. Snails and slugs are a type of mollusk called a gastropod. Slugs are different than snails in that they typically lack a visible shell. For slug identification, we look at characteristics like the body […]

MEDIA ALERT: Leading invasion scientists to present research at groundbreaking UF/IFAS symposium, May 6-8

Lourdes MederosApril 25th, 2024WHAT: The University of Florida will host the first-of-its kind Invasion Science Research Symposium. Organized by the UF/IFAS Invasion Science Research Institute (ISRI), this symposium represents a landmark gathering of renowned invasion science researchers. The packed program aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and the use of cutting-edge tools, methodologies and approaches to deepen understanding of […]

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