The report profiles "the dirty dozen of the least wanted", exotic species that exemplify the range of problems caused by exotic species. Included is information about the species (including range maps), the problems caused by them, and things individuals can do to stop them. The dirty dozen are:
1) Zebra mussel - Dreissena polymorpha
2) Purple loosestrife - Lythrum salicaria
3) Flathead catfish - Pylodictis olivaris
4) Tamarisk - Tamarix species
5) Rosy wolfsnail - Euglandina rosea
6) Leafy spurge - Euphorbia esula
7) Green crab - Carcinus maenas
8) Hydrilla - Hydrilla verticillata
9) Balsam wooly adelgid - Adelges piceae
10) Miconia - Miconia calvescens
11) Chinese tallow - Sapium sebiferum
12) Brown tree snake - Boiga irregularis
The report and video are available from: The Nature Conservancy Communications Department 1815 North Lynn Street Arlington, VA 22209-2003 (703/841-8745)
It is also available at http://www.tnc.org/science/library
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