Now Hiring: Aquatic Invasive Species Program Manager
WNY PRISM is currently seeking a new Aquatic Invasive Species Program Manager to join our team!
Partnering to Protect Western New York from Invasive Species
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Western New York PRISM
Western New York PRISM is one of 8 regional Partnerships in New York State created to help prevent or minimize the harm caused by invasive species.
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Invasive Species in WNY
Partnering to Protect Western New York from Invasive Species
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Early Detection
New Invasive Species Early Detection Reporting Protocol for WNY!
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Management
Get Involved! Invasive Species Management and Removal efforts are happening across our region, and it’s easy to get involved.
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Prevention
Preventing the spread and establishment of invasive species is our most effective method of invasive species management, and it is certainly the most cost effective.
Latest News
Field Notes 2022: Onondaga Escarpment
The WNY PRISM Crew completed an invasive species survey at the Onondaga Escarpment State Unique Area, a 50-acre forest property rare geological limestone woodland and calcareous cliff communities.
You’re invited to attend WNY PRISM’s first Invasive Species Symposium being held on October 18 at the SUNY Buffalo State Alumni & Visitor Center!
Field Notes 2022: Rattlesnake Hill WMA
WNY PRISM Survey and Monitoring Technicians focused on surveying for Japanese stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum) at Rattlesnake Hill Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Rattlesnake Hill WMA is 5,100 acres and located between Livingston and Allegany Counties in Dalton, NY
Featured Invasives
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Goatsrue
Goatsrue is an herbaceous, shrub-like, multi-stemmed and deep-rooted perennial legume that grows between 2 and 6 feet in height. Mature leaves are alternate and pinnately compound with six to ten pairs of leaflets.
Leafy Spurge
Leafy Spurge is a perennial plant that grows up to 4 feet tall. Its leaves are blue grey, simple and oppositely arranged. Greenish-yellow flowers are present from May to June. The roots have pink buds, from which new shoots sprout. Leafy spurge exudes a milky white sap when its leaves or stem are broken.
Spotted Lanternfly
Spotted lanternfly has been found in Western New York, in the Buffalo area. The Department of Agriculture and Markets is asking for the public’s assistance by reporting sightings.
