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WESTERN NEW YORK PRISM

Partnering to Protect Western New York from Invasive Species

About WNY PRISM

MANAGEMENT

WNY PRISM provides resources and technical assistance for prioritization and management planning, and Best Management Practices

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PROGRAMS

From Early Detection to the Crew Assistance Program, learn all about how WNY PRISM addresses invasive species priorities across the region

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WNY PRISM offers many opportunities to get involved and take action! Learn how you can help manage invasive species.

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Great Lakes Center, SAMC 319
SUNY Buffalo State
1300 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222

wnyprism@buffalostate.edu
(716) 878.4708

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INVASIVE SPECIES

WNY PRISM works with regional partners to address invasive species priorities by improving the effectiveness of management efforts.

Invasive species are non-native species that pose a significant threat to our environment, economy and human health. Learn more about the invasive species threatening western New York.

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FEATURED INVASIVE SPECIES

Goatsrue

Goatsrue

Galega officinalis

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.

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Leafy Spurge

Leafy Spurge

Euphorbia esula

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.

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Spotted Lanternfly, Lycorma delicatula, Lateral, photo by Lawrence Barringer, Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture
Spotted Lanternfly

Spotted Lanternfly

Lycorma delicatula

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.

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Ranunculus ficaria ID, Photo Credit: Leslie J. Mehrhoff, www.bugwood.org
Lesser Celandine

Lesser Celandine

Ficaria verna

Lesser celandine is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial that has the ability to form extensive mats across the ground. It can be identified by its dark and shiny green, kidney-shaped leaves.

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WNY PRISM NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS

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2023 Fall Partner Meeting

2023 Fall Partner Meeting

Join WNY PRISM for our Fall Partner Meeting on Tuesday, October 17 from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm at Tifft Nature Preserve!

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GET INVOLVED

Join WNY PRISM as we work together to address invasive species and protect our local terrestrial and aquatic resources! There is a way for everyone to get involved!

MANAGEMENT

There is a lot to consider when managing your land – get started here!

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PLEDGE TO PROTECT

Pledge to protect your lands and waters with a commitment to take simple steps that will help stop the spread and introduction of invasive species.

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WATERCRAFT STEWARDSHIP

WISP: Boat Stewards perform voluntary watercraft inspections to remove aquatic plants and animals from watercraft at boat launches.

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COMMUNITY SCIENCE

Join our team of volunteers and community scientists working to manage invasive species across the region.

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