The global effect of introduced microbe, insect, plant, and animal species influences physical, economic and cultural aspects of native species within the firm and infirm habitats. From SARS to VHS, round goby to silver carp, golden nematode to Asian long horned beetle, and honeysuckle to buckthorn, man’s expanding influence is reducing species diversity and may be limiting our long term survival capabilities. Discussing local, personal examples may be the best path to understanding greater consequences.
Sponsored by:
- The American Wildlife Conservation Foundation
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
- Cornell University
- The Oneida Lake Association
- The Camp Fire Club of American Wildlife Conservation Foundation
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