INVASIVES
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What are Invasive Species?
An invasive species is one that is not native and whose introduction causes harm, or is likely to cause harm to Michigan's economy, environment, or human health.
Many non-native species in Michigan, including fruits, vegetables, field crops, livestock and domestic animals, are important to our economy and lifestyle. Most non-native species are not harmful and may provide economic benefits. Invasive species cause harm when they out-compete native species by reproducing and spreading rapidly in areas where they have no natural predators and change the balance of the ecosystems we rely on.
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- Invasive, self-cloning marbled crayfish now a prohibited species in Michigan
- USDA confirms detection of Ralstonia plant pathogen in Michigan greenhouse geraniums
- Trees at higher risk of oak wilt now through mid-July
- Invasive grass carp captured in the Tittabawassee River
- Sellers of live, non-native aquatic species required to register and report sales
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Michigan's Invasive Species Program is cooperatively implemented by the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, the Department of Natural Resources, and the Department of Agriculture & Rural Development.