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Invasive Species of Prairie Creek
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If visitors have photos of animals or plants taken at Prairie Creek WMA, please share them with Craig Koester.
What are Invasive Species?
According to the U.S. Department of Natural Resources, invasive species are:
1. Non-native (alien) to the ecosystem; and
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2. Likely to or already causing economic or environmental harm or harm to human health.
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The invasive plants below are present at Prairie Creek WMA.
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Buckthorn
Buckthorn

Garlic Mustard
Garlic Mustard

Queen Annes Lace

Wild Parsnip
Photo by Caroline Urban
Buckthorn
Garlic Mustard
Wild Parsnip
Queen Anne's Lace
Yellow and White Sweet Clover

White Sweet Clover
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