You’ve likely heard about invasive species before; do nutria, phragmites, emerald ash borer, or blue catfish ring a bell? These are all commonly known invasive species in the Chesapeake Bay region, but they are just the tip of the iceberg. The Chesapeake Bay Program notes that there are over 200 known or possible invasive species in the watershed. What does that number mean for the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem and restoration efforts?

With the help of our expert speakers, we explored spotted lanternfly and the invasive plants threatening our forests.

Speakers:

• Amy Korman, Horticulture Extension Educator, Penn State Extension
• Ryan Davis, Pennsylvania Forests Projects Manager, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay