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Invasive Species Management
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Invasive Species Management Florida is a magnet for many invasive species. Due to the warm, tropical climate, many non-native species thrive here. Most invasive species have proved to be impossible to eradicate and are extremely costly to treat. These invasive species displace native species, effecting both ecosystem structure and function (i.e. Melaleuca introduced into swamps in south Florida became monoculture stands that eliminated other native plant species and changed the hydrology of the area, Laroche 1999).
Seminole County Leisure Services properties have at least 32 invasive plant species and at least 5 invasive animal species (excluding feral cats and dogs). All of the invasive plant species require treatment and maintenance control (except where indicated above). Any newly discovered invasive plant species should be treated immediately and monitored for any recurrence. |