New Years Invasive Species Challenge

Tracking Invasive Species in Pennsylvania

Looking for a New Year’s resolution? Here’s one to consider—choose 12 invasive species to learn about and be able to identify, one for each month of the year.

Get to know the 12 species you’ve selected and pride yourself on the knowledge you’ll gain from thoroughly researching each plant or animal as best you can.

From this effort, perhaps the next time you’re out enjoying nature, you may notice one or more of the species on your list and know exactly what you’re looking at. When this happens, remember to report your finding! Documenting a report for an invasive species is crucial to better understanding its geographic distribution and can help natural resource professionals prioritize their future land management efforts. In Pennsylvania, reports submitted to iMapInvasives can be made using the  online database ,  mobile app , or  public report form .

Note: If you decide to take part in this challenge, tell us by sending an email to  ajewitt@paconserve.org . Let us know what species are on your list and if you’re finding any of them during your outdoor adventures.