Public Works and Environmental Services Alert:
Invasive Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii) is closely linked with tick populations. Some ticks can lead to Lyme disease.
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| Master Gardeners: Experts can help identify plants and offer advice to solve pest or disease problems. | Virginia Cooperative Extension Fairfax Master Gardeners Green Spring Extension Master Gardeners |
Virginia Cooperative Extension Fairfax Gardening Help Desk |
| Blog: FCPA posts provide information on a range of topics including invasive species |
Our Stories and Perspectives blog posts. Search for Invasive. |
Parkmail@fairfaxcounty.gov, 703-324-8700 | TTY 711 |
| Healthy Forests: Promote healthy forests by selecting diverse native trees. |
Forest Health – Prevention and Treatment of Diseases and Infestations |
Urban and Community Forestry Division: treemail@fairfaxcounty.gov, 703-324-1770 | TTY 711 |
| Invasive Plants in Ponds: Find out more about recognizing and dealing with invasive aquatic plants. | Technical Information and Services, NVSWCD | ConservationDistrict@fairfaxcounty.gov, 703-324-1460 | TTY 711 |
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| EDDMapS is an online tool for tracking invasive species and pests. | EDDMapS | Bugwood Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health - University of Georgia |
| The Early Detection and Rapid Response (EDRR) program identifies and removes new invasive plants in county parks before they spread and cause major harm. | Early Detection and Rapid Response | Parkmail@fairfaxcounty.gov 703-324-8702 | TTY 711 |
| Master Gardeners are trained help desk staff who offer guidance on reporting invasive species. | Virginia Cooperative Extension Fairfax Master Gardeners Green Spring Extension Master Gardeners |
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| Use the "Watch the Green Grow" app to track eco-friendly yard practices. Upload photos to show progress and add a green spot to the county map. | Watch the Green Grow | Parkmail@fairfaxcounty.gov 703-324-8702 | TTY 711 |
| Report invasive trees, insects, or diseases to Urban and Community Forestry. | Forest Pests - Insects and Diseases | treemail@fairfaxcounty.gov 703-324-1770 | TTY 711 |
| Report plants blocking storm drains to Maintenance and Stormwater Management. | Maintenance and Inspections | Contact Maintenance and Stormwater Management |
| Report invasive plants at stream restoration sites to Stormwater Planning | Stormwater Improvement Projects | swpdmail@fairfaxcounty.gov 703-324-5500 | TTY 711 |
| Report Two-horned Trapa to USGS. | Trapa bispinosa Early Detection and Eradication NVSWCD |
USGS - Sighting Reporting Form |
| Use Crowd-sourcing apps to report and track invasive species. | iNaturalist EDDMapS |
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The Invasive Management Area (IMA) Volunteer Program is a community-based project to help remove invasive plants from local parks. It’s a chance to work with others who care about nature while helping protect Fairfax County’s forests and wildlife. Volunteers get to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, and restore natural habitats. Perfect for Scout projects and corporate group activities! |
Parkmail@fairfaxcounty.gov, 703-324-8700 | TTY 711 |
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| Master Gardeners provide advice on landscaping, fruit, vegetable, and flower gardening, improving soil, using pesticides safely, and protecting water quality. | Virginia Cooperative Extension Fairfax Master Gardeners Green Spring Extension Master Gardeners |
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| NVSWCD can help you plan your home landscaping. Select the right plants for the right place in your yard to reduce erosion. | Landscape and Gardening - You and Your Land Plants for Erosion Control - Solving Drainage and Erosion Problems |
ConservationDistrict@fairfaxcounty.gov 703-324-1460 | TTY 711 |
| Urban and Community Forestry helps you choose the right tree for the right place. | Tree Selection | treemail@fairfaxcounty.gov 703-324-1770 | TTY 711 |
| Green Spring Gardens helps the community learn about nature and culture through gardening, education, and care for the environment. Check out their detailed Native Plant information sheets! | Gardening Resources | Parkmail@fairfaxcounty.gov 703-642-5173 | TTY 711 |
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| Alien Invaders: Learn about plants and animals harming our environment. This program teaches the difference between native and invasive species and why invasives are harmful. It also teaches how to remove and prevent them. | Urban Forestry Education Programs | treemail@fairfaxcounty.gov, 703-324-1770 | TTY 711 |
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| Great ideas often need funding and organization to succeed. The FCPA's Mastenbrook Grant Program helps turn those ideas into reality. | Mastenbrook Grants: Good for Parks | FCPAParkMaintenance@fairfaxcounty.gov 703-324-8740 | TTY 711 |
| NVSWCD administers a grant from Fairfax County to control Trapa. This funding can be used in HOAs, places of worship, parks, and schools. This program is in partnership with FCPA and DPWES. | NVSWCD | ConservationDistrict@fairfaxcounty.gov 703-324-1460 | TTY 711 |
Wingless red, black, and white Spotted Lanternfly nymphs are shown along with adults.
Photo credit Richard Gardner, Bugwood.org
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| Master Gardeners: Experts can help identify plants and offer advice to solve pest or disease problems. | Virginia Cooperative Extension Fairfax Master Gardeners |
Virginia Cooperative Extension Fairfax Gardening Help Desk |
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pestmail@fairfaxcounty.gov, 703-324-1770 | TTY 711 |
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Box Tree Moth |
Box Tree Moth | VCE Publications | Virginia Tech Box Tree Moth in the United States | VCE Publications | Virginia Tech |
Invasive Species Reporting tool | VDACS |
* Species listed as “Naturalized” in Virginia. "Naturalized" species in Virginia are non-native animals that have formed wild, self-sustaining populations. Some may also be invasive, with reporting requirements depending on their species, spread, and impact
| Species (click for important restrictions) | More Information | Contact |
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| Primary contact for wildlife | DWR, Invasive Species | Virginia Wildlife Conflict Helpline 855-571-9003 |
| Alabama bass * (Micropterus henshalli) Naturalized |
DWR Alabama Bass | Intentional Stocking: Contact DWR law enforcement at 800-237-5712 or WildCrime@dwr.virginia.gov Suspected Capture: DWR at fisheries@dwr.virginia.gov or at 804-367-1293. |
| Feral Pigs (swine – feral pigs/hogs, wild pigs, wild boar, etc.) (Sus scrofa) |
DWR, Wildlife, Feral-hogs DWR, Feral Hog Hunting FAQ Wild Boar | National Invasive Species Information Center |
Virginia Wildlife Conflict Helpline 855-571-9003 |
| Hammerhead Worms (Bipalium kewense) |
USDA, Hammerhead Worm | |
| Northern Snakehead * (Channa argus) Naturalized |
DWR Fishing, Snakehead DPWES Snakehead Distribution Sampling Map Northern Snakehead | National Invasive Species Information Center |
DWR Snakehead hotline, 804-367-2925 |
| Nutria * (Myocastor caypus) Naturalized |
DWR, Blog, Menace of the Marsh Nutria | National Invasive Species Information Center |
Virginia Tech Conservation Management Institute |
| Red Imported Fire Ant (RIFA) (Solenopsis invicta Buren) |
VDACS, Imported Fire Ant VCE Red Imported Fire Ant USDA, Imported Fire Ants Invasive Species Information Center, Red Imported Fire Ant |
VDACS Office of Plant Industry Services, 804-786-3515 |
| Red-eared slider * (Trachemys scripta elegans) Naturalized |
DWR, Red-eared Slider Red-Eared Slider | National Invasive Species Information Center |
Species is listed as Naturalized in Virginia and red-eared sliders are found throughout Fairfax County. Sightings do not need to be reported. Red-eared sliders may not be taken or possessed in any number for private use (4VAC15-360-10) unless previously registered with the DWR. |
| Zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) |
DWR, Wildlife, Zebra Mussels Zebra Mussel | National Invasive Species Information Center |
DWR, 804-367-6913 |
This fungus marks the final stage of beech bark disease.
| Description | More Information | Contact |
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| Master Gardeners are trained help desk staff who offer guidance on reporting invasive species. | Virginia Cooperative Extension Fairfax Master Gardeners |
Virginia Cooperative Extension Fairfax Gardening Help Desk |
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pestmail@fairfaxcounty.gov, 703-324-1770 | TTY 711 |
