Event Title
Phragmites (Phragmites australis) Mapping and Control in Muskegon County, Michigan
Presentation Type
Oral and/or Visual Presentation
Presenter Major(s)
Natural Resource Management
Mentor Information
Todd Aschenbach, aschenbt@gvsu.edu
Department
Biology
Location
Kirkhof Center 2216
Start Date
13-4-2011 9:00 AM
End Date
13-4-2011 9:30 AM
Keywords
Environment
Abstract
Invasive species contribute to the destruction of critical wetlands in Muskegon, Michigan. The invasion of Phragmites (Phragmites australis) drives out native wetland species resulting in reduced biodiversity. I hypothesize that with proper identification and mapping of existing Phragmites (Phragmites australis) stands and critical wetland areas, the invasion can be properly controlled. An adaptive management plan will be developed that identifies where existing Phragmites (Phragmites australis) stands and critical wetland areas overlap. Results will be used to focus invasive species control and critical wetland preservation. Existing Phragmites (Phragmites australis) stands will be monitored for future spread.
Phragmites (Phragmites australis) Mapping and Control in Muskegon County, Michigan
Kirkhof Center 2216
Invasive species contribute to the destruction of critical wetlands in Muskegon, Michigan. The invasion of Phragmites (Phragmites australis) drives out native wetland species resulting in reduced biodiversity. I hypothesize that with proper identification and mapping of existing Phragmites (Phragmites australis) stands and critical wetland areas, the invasion can be properly controlled. An adaptive management plan will be developed that identifies where existing Phragmites (Phragmites australis) stands and critical wetland areas overlap. Results will be used to focus invasive species control and critical wetland preservation. Existing Phragmites (Phragmites australis) stands will be monitored for future spread.