[MAIPC] Cuban Tree Frogs are being imported into the D.C. region

[Ossi, Damien (DOEE)]

MAIPC members in the DC area (and beyond),

Please keep your eyes and ears out for Cuban tree frogs.  We have gotten reports that individuals of this species are being inadvertently imported into the National Capital Region through various outlets that sell plants from Florida. The frogs are toxic to people, pets and ecosystems. Please share the Invader Detectives Alert (linked below) with your networks. Houseplants and cut flowers seem to be the main vectors, so our target audience is broad.

Invader Detectives Alert: Cuban Tree Frog<https://docs.google.com/document/d/18iN9Ewj_BzLiioQMLbBnvRv0NQ72VSUh7QBH1Un1V-Q/edit?usp=sharing>

The National Capital Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (NatCap PRISM) is releasing the document as a link to emphasize its constantly changing nature. The document is not intended to be complete or perfect, but to provide the best available information during the early phases of an unfolding situation.


Thanks,

Damien Ossi
Secretary, MAIPC
Chair of the Nat Cap PRISM Steering Committee

Damien P. Ossi
Wildlife Biologist
Fisheries & Wildlife Division
Department of Energy & Environment
Government of the District of Columbia
1200 First Sreet NE, Fifth Floor
Washington, DC 20002
desk: (202) 741-0840
web: doee.dc.gov
damien.ossi at dc.gov<mailto:damien.ossi at dc.gov>

With Mayor Bowser adjusting the District of Columbia's operating status in response to coronavirus (COVID-19), I will be teleworking indefinitely. I can still be reached at damien.ossi at dc.gov<mailto:damien.ossi at dc.gov> or 202-741-0840

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