NY's online invasive species database and mapping tool. Professionals and the public use our mobile data collection tools and online interface to report invasives, coordinate early detection and rapid response, and analyze data.

Invasive species are a constant challenge to the protection of our natural resources. We work with state partners to develop prioritization tools that help managers decide which invasive species management efforts will have the best outcomes.

Want to sharpen your invasive species identification skills? We have compiled some of our favorite online identification resources as well as information on target species for NY.

Our Invasives Species Database staff partner closely with many organizations in a collective effort to combat harmful invasive species, including state agencies and eight PRISMs (Partnerships for Regional Invasive Species Management).

Boating is a key pathway in spreading aquatic invasive species between NY waterbodies. Together with NYS DEC, NYS Parks, and many partners, we developed a smartphone application to collect real-time data through the trained eyes of stewards at boat launches.

Our staff work closely with NatureServe, US and Canadian Natural Heritage Programs, and other organizations across North America.