It's National Invasive Species Awareness week

This month USDA is highlighting some of the important partners that work to care for our land, air, water, and wildlife. The National Invasive Species Council is one such group. When you hear the word  “invasive,” most people automatically think of bugs and weeds. Unfortunately, invasive can also include wildlife, such as birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. It is estimated that 50,000 animal and plant species in the U.S. are non-native, meaning they are not naturally found here. Approximately 5,000 are considered invasive because of the ecological and economic damages they cause. That’s why the National Invasive Species Council and APHIS Wildlife Services (WS) are raising awareness about the negative impacts caused by invasive species in America as a part of National Invasive Species Awareness Week. Read more at USDA.gov…