Hawaii Shows Us How Removing Invasive Species Supports Significant Ecosystem Recovery

Hawaii Shows Us How Removing Invasive Species Supports Significant Ecosystem Recovery

Invasive species outcompete native species, damage crops, spread disease, and drive major biodiversity loss, from inland ecosystems and forests to farms and freshwater systems. One multi-agency collaboration in Hawaii has proven how quickly native species can rebound once invasive species are removed.

Posted: April 16, 2026