Big Island Invasive Species Committee (BIISC)

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What We Do

Invasive Plant Detection & Control

We have a team dedicated to eradicating newly established invasive plants. They also work to contain the spread of various well-established invaders in high-value forests.

a coconut rhinoceros beetle adult and several 3rd instar larvae

Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Response

We play an important role in Hawaiʻi Island’s response to the coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB), focusing on early detection and a robust community education program.

Rapid ‛Ōhi‛a Death Response

We have a whole team dedicated to monitoring and managing the spread of rapid ‛ōhi‛a death in high-priority forest areas.

Plant Pono Program

We endorse and promote businesses that voluntarily act to protect their business and their community from the threat of invasive species.

Community Programs

Our programs focus on empowering the community and mobilizing collective action against high-profile invaders like CRB and LFA.

Port of Entry/Exit Pest Monitoring Program

We collaborate with multiple agencies to monitor ports of entry/exit for CRB and Japanese Beetles.

Big Island Invasive Species Committee (BIISC)

23 East Kawili Street, Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 933-3340

  

biisc@hawaii.edu

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