RECENT ANS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Call for Expressions of Interest to host the 23rd International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species, ICAIS 2024
The Invasive Species Centre (ISC) is the Secretariat for ICAIS and is seeking expressions of interest from organizations interested in hosting, or jointly hosting with another organization, the 23rd International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species in 2024 in Canada or the United States of America. Expressions to host future conferences beyond 2024 in any location are also encouraged. Proposals are to be submitted by email to icais@invasivespeciescentre.ca in by Friday, October 30, 2022, at 11:59 ET. Additional Information and Guidelines
UPCOMING MEETINGS
- Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference 2022
October 25-27, 2022; Green Bay, Wisconsin. - North American Invasive Species Management Association Conference
November 7-10, 2022; Fort Myers, Florida - Great Lakes Regional Panel Fall Meeting
November 1-3, 2022; Location TBD - Northeast ANS Regional Panel Fall Meeting
November 29 – 30, 2022; Concord, New Hampshire - Gulf and South Atlantic Regional Panel Fall Meeting
November 30 – December 1, 2022; Location TBD - Innovations in Invasive Species Management Conference Training
December 13-16, 2022; Nashville, TN - Mid-Atlantic Regional Panel Meeting
December 14-15, 2022; Location TBD - Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force National Meeting
January 11 – 12, 2023; Falls Church, Virginia with Virtual Option - Invasive Species Forum
February 7-9, 2023; Location TBD
UPCOMING WEBINARS
October 27, 2022; 10:00 am (PT): Aquatic Invasive Species in Commerce
Many species of plants and animals are bought and sold globally. The majority of these transactions cause no harm to the environment as responsible sellers and buyers trade species that do not become invasive. However, the increase in global sales is resulting in an increase in the trade of aquatic plants and animals that become invasive. Join us as we discuss our goals to work collaboratively with organizations, agencies, industry, and individuals to identify actions and solutions to mitigate the risks associated with aquatic in commerce. Presenters: Leah Elwell, Conservation Collaborations, LLC; Stephanie Otts, National Sea Grant Law Center; Lisa DeBruyckere, Creative Resource Strategies, LLC.
Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7577377167901780752
NAISMA Monthly Webinars:
October 19, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT - Invasive plant management on non-industrial forest lands in the Panhandle, Fl after Hurricane Michael
Hurricane Michael had catastrophic socio-ecological impacts on landowners and forestlands in the Panhandle, Florida. Although scientists predict an increase in the spread of invasive species after ecological disturbances, there is limited research about the human dimensions of hurricanes, invasive plants, and forest management.
Not MI Species Webinar Series
Thursday, November 10, 2022, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Treat me right! Rules, regulations and best practices for controlling aquatic invasive species in Michigan’s inland lakes
Virtual Island Biosecurity Workshop
December 6 & 7, 2022; 1pm to 5pm PST
Connect with colleagues around the world to learn and share your island biosecurity knowledge! We welcome presentations on all aspects of invasive species prevention, detection, and response. Click HERE to register.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies
Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Policy Coordinator. The Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Policy Coordinator supports the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA) Government Affairs Team. At the direction of the Government Affairs Director, the position assists with Congressional advocacy, AFWA position and policy development, coordinates federal rule-making responses, and provides outreach and education to Association members on Federal policy and Congressional legislation and actions to increase the organization’s advocacy capacity and effectiveness. At the Direction of the Government Affairs Director, the position will work on assigned issues relating to fisheries and aquatic resource policy issues of which include both freshwater and marine ecosystems as well as aquaculture and aquatic invasive species. In addition to these focus areas, the Government Affairs Associate will also assist with coordinating state comments, recommendations, and implementation of the conservation related policy provisions that were included in the 2021 (BIL) and the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Application Deadline October 28, 2022, or until filled. Full description and application instructions.
USGS Guam Brown Treesnake Project
The USGS Guam Brown Treesnake Project team has several positions open through the Research Corporation of the University of Guam (RCUoG). Below are the position titles for the positions, each with a link to the position announcements that are live on the RCUoG website. The link to the overall RCUoG Job Announcements page is here: Job Announcements | University of Guam (uog.edu)
Job Announcement Number: RC-22-36
Position Title: Research Associate I (Biologists - USGS Brown Treesnake Project)
Application Deadline: Open until filled
https://www.uog.edu/_resources/files/rcuog/_job_announcements/ja_2022/pt_ft_positions/RC-22-36_RESEARCH_ASSOCIATE_I_RCUOG_USGSBROWNTREESNAKE_FOURTHPOSTING.pdf
Student Job Announcement Number: RCSH-22-03
Position Title: Research Assistant III (Intern - USGS Brown Treesnake Project)
Application Deadline: Open until filled
https://www.uog.edu/_resources/files/rcuog/_job_announcements/ja_2022/student_positions/RCSH-22-03_RESEARCH_ASSISTANT_III_RCUOG_USGSBROWNTREESNAKE_THIRDPOSTING.pdf
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
None this week.
RECOMMENDED READING
Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment
Lodge, D. M. (2022). Policy action needed to unlock eDNA potential. Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, 20(8), 448-449.
Precise knowledge of commodity trade is needed to understand invasion flows
Ollier, S., & Bertelsmeier, C. (2022). Precise knowledge of commodity trade is needed to understand invasion flows. Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment.
Development and validation of targeted environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding for early detection of 69 invasive fishes and aquatic invertebrates
Wu, Y., Colborne, S. F., Charron, M. R., & Heath, D. D. (2022). Development and validation of targeted environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding for early detection of 69 invasive fishes and aquatic invertebrates. Environmental DNA.
Suppression of Invasive Fish in the West: Synthesis and Suggestions for Improvement
Klein, Z. B., Quist, M. C., & Guy, C. S. (2022). Suppression of Invasive Fish in the West: Synthesis and Suggestions for Improvement. North American Journal of Fisheries Management.
ANS IN THE NEWS…
'Non-native species aren’t the boogie man.' Brown biologist calls for more balanced view
October 6, 2022. In a new review article, biology researchers make the case for reevaluating maligned non-native species to consider benefits as well as costs.
Cayman's invasive species under spotlight
October 6, 2022. Cayman’s ongoing battles against invasive species, such as green iguanas, lionfish and feral cats, have been highlighted in the annual Virtual Island Summit, which addresses issues faced by island nations across the world.
Invasive fish could eradicate Tennessee bass species
October 5, 2022. An invasive species of bass has been detected in Tennessee waterways, and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) told News Channel 11 that it could be detrimental to the state’s native species.
Find a python in the Lowcountry? Here's what to do, according to SCDNR
October 5, 2022. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is encouraging people to be more responsible when it comes to keeping exotic animals as pets.
Aquatic Invasive Species Prevented from Entering Lake Superior
October 3, 2022. Minnesota watercraft inspectors in Lake County recently prevented a boat from entering Lake Superior that had starry stonewort in the boat motor.
University of Richmond Biologists Partner with State Conservation Experts for Invasive Species Management in the Chesapeake Bay
October 3, 2022. Biology professor Carrie Wu and her students at the University of Richmond are partnering with conservation experts at the Virginia Department of Conversation and Recreation to help with management of an invasive marsh plant.
News release: Starry stonewort introduction to Lake Superior prevented by watercraft inspectors
October 3, 2022. Vigilant DNR watercraft inspectors prevented the introduction of starry stonewort to Lake Superior, which is currently not known to be infested with the harmful invasive species.
Pythons Can Swallow Almost Anything. A New Study Shows How
October 3, 2022. A new study details how Burmese pythons (Python molorus bivittatus) have evolved a unique feature that allows their jaws to stretch wide enough to ingest prey up to six times larger than some similarly sized snakes can eat.
Massive Ohio fish from 'age of dinosaurs' among animals bill could save
October 3, 2022. The bill is designed to fund proactive, collaborative, and locally led efforts to help recover at-risk fish, wildlife, and plant species. Ohio will receive more than $20.6 million annually. It’s a solution that matches the magnitude of the wildlife crisis.
Lake Erie health rated ‘poor’ in report
October 3, 2022. The report rates each lake in nine areas: drinking water, beaches, fish consumption, toxic chemicals, habitat and species, nutrients and algae, invasive species, groundwater, and watershed and climate trends.
Can Invasive Species Ever Be Good?
October 2, 2022. Some scientists say fear of invasive species is nativist; others call that criticism “unconvincing if not tortuous.”
Discovery of invasive aquatic plant prompts advisory to boaters
October 2, 2022. The State Department of Environmental Conservation is asking boaters to clean, drain and dry their craft carefully after an invasive aquatic plant was discovered on the Niagara River shore.
South Lake Tahoe 11-year-olds kayak around Lake Tahoe as summer science project
October 2, 2022. The four learned about invasive species, became Tahoe Keepers, and practiced kayak rescue techniques. When planning their trips they also needed to find out where to put in and pull out the kayaks. Parents helped lead some of their class days, and Ms. Zelles escorted them on the water.
DEC Announces Invasive Aquatic Plan Hydrilla Found at Additional Locations in Niagara River
September 29, 2022. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that hydrilla, an invasive aquatic plant, was found at two additional locations along the eastern shore of the Niagara River. The aquatic invasive was found and treated at a marina in North Tonawanda last year.
Lionfish derby aims to tackle invasive species, Thousands of dollars up for grabs for local participants
September 28, 2022. Thousands of dollars will be up for grabs when Antigua and Barbuda stages an eagerly-anticipated lionfish derby in November, aimed at curtailing numbers of the invasive species in the nation’s waters. A two-day open lionfish tournament will take place on November 18 and 19, followed by a festival on November 20.
Invasive species watercraft inspection stations to change operations starting Oct. 1
September 28, 2022.The seasons are changing! Beginning October 1, watercraft inspection stations will change locations and shift to a first-come, first-served basis. The appointment system will reopen in 2023.
Joyce-sponsored bill bolsters invasive species management efforts
September 28, 2022. U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH) last week proposed a bill to improve the federal government’s management of invasive species and would include such oversight for the Lake Erie Basin and the Ohio River Basin areas.
Outdoorsmen concerned invasive carp species may reach our waters despite TWRA precautions
September 28, 2022. The Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency (TWRA) is working to prevent an invasive carp species from migrating further along the Tennessee River.
Invasive freshwater jellyfish are thriving in Hampton Roads
September 28, 2022. Walking by William & Mary’s storied Crim Dell pond, it'd be difficult to notice anything amiss. But a closer look in the right light and you can see an underwater ecosystem in motion, said biology professor Jon Allen.
Voracious feeders and breeders: invasive bullfrogs flourish with Island weather
September 21, 2022. A map published by Vancouver Island University shows where American bullfrogs have been spotted in the area, with the frogs spreading to a large proportion of the CRD’s parks in Greater Victoria.
How Climate Change Affects Invasive Species
September 20, 2022. As the world heats up, plants and animals previously restricted to smaller ranges are encroaching on new territories, threatening the survival of native ecosystems.
Highly invasive zebra mussel appears in Colorado waters for first time ever
September 20, 2022. Colorado Parks and Wildlife has identified a single adult zebra mussel for the first time in state history.
King of the reefs: Will climate change help the invasive lionfish expand north of NC?
September 20, 2022. Now, another factor − also human induced − is worrying biologists when it comes to the extent of the lionfish's colonization of non-native habitats: .
Wyoming Game and Fish: Invasive clams discovered in Glendo, threatening native species
September 20, 2022. The presence of the invasive species was confirmed in Glendo in early September, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department said on Monday.
