The Asian Longhorned Beetle
Armyworm compared to a leaf
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug on leaf
Emerald Ash Borer
Asian Longhorned Tick
Invasive Pests
What is an Invasive Species?
Invasive species are non-native species that can cause harm to the environment, the economy or to human health. Invasives come from all around the world. As international trade increases, so does the rate of invasive species introductions. Invasive species are one of the greatest threats to New York's biodiversity. They cause or contribute to: habitat degradation and loss; the loss of native fish, wildlife and tree species; the loss of recreational opportunities and income; and crop damage and diseases in humans and livestock ( from the New York Dept. of Environmental Conservation).
Last updated July 6, 2020
Don't Move Firewood!
Firewood Transport Rules
were revised August 2012 to improve regulatory compliance and
enforcement. The existence of this regulation helps prevent firewood
infested with invasive insects such as emerald ash borer and Asian long-horned beetle
from being transported throughout the state, destroying trees from one
place to another.
New York State IPM
The New York State IPM Program at Cornell University develops sustainable ways to manage pests and helps people to use methods that minimize environmental, health, and economic risks.
