Perceiving the invasiveness of a nonnative species early is extremely important. Often, a nonnative plant or animal can remain out of public perception for years or even decades. Once the plant is recognized by the general public as being a problem, the species is often beyond feasible control and containment is the only option.
More State and Federal agencies and local governments are working to put in place early detection programs that foster public reporting of newly arrived and known invasive species. This reporting is largely based on volunteer support and can be done by anyone with an interest. Such reporting is crucial to preventing the establishment of new or potentially new invasive species.
In order to reduce the strain on the reporting network, reporting should be limited to State Listed invasive species whose presence in a local area (County) is either previously unknown or has a high chance of entering or is not abundant.
Check our Lincoln County Invasive Species Profiles to see which ones we would like to be reported to our office. You will find a link next to the species to fill in a report using the Invasive Species Hotline. If you are not sure whether you have found an invasive species, call (541) 265-2635 or email Lincoln SWCD.