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.
Partnering to Protect Western New York from Invasive Species
New Invasive Species Early Detection Reporting Protocol for WNY!
Get Involved! Invasive Species Management and Removal efforts are happening across our region, and it’s easy to get involved.
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.
WNY PRISM 2023 Seasonal Positions Open!
WNY PRISM is currently hiring for our 2023 Crew positions! We are now accepting applications for three full-time Invasive Species Management Assistants, one full-time Education and Outreach Assistant, and two full-time Survey Technicians. The WNY PRISM Invasive Species Management Assistants (ISMA) will work closely with the WNY PRISM Field Operations Manager, Terrestrial Program Manager and […]
2023 Crew Assistance Program: Now Accepting Project Proposals!
WNY PRISM is currently seeking project proposals for consideration under the 2023 WNY PRISM Crew Assistance Program!
Now Hiring: Aquatic Invasive Species Program Manager
WNY PRISM is currently seeking a new Aquatic Invasive Species Program Manager to join our team!
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.
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 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 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.
