Two agencies within the Department of the Interior (DOI) are responsible for researching and regulating invasive species:
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS; http://www.usgs.gov) is a research arm of DOI, and USGS scientists conduct extensive, worldwide research on invasive species that provide a basis for regulating importation and interstate transport of animals in the U.S.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS; http://www.fws.gov), is responsible for fisheries management, regulations, law enforcement, and education. The mission of the FWS is to work with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants for the continued benefit of the American people.
For More Information, Contact:
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS; http://www.usgs.gov) is a research arm of DOI, and USGS scientists conduct extensive, worldwide research on invasive species that provide a basis for regulating importation and interstate transport of animals in the U.S.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS; http://www.fws.gov), is responsible for fisheries management, regulations, law enforcement, and education. The mission of the FWS is to work with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants for the continued benefit of the American people.
For More Information, Contact:
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Division of Environmental Quality
Branch of Invasive Species
4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 840
Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 358-2148
http://contaminants.fws.gov/Issues/InvasiveSpecies.cfm
U.S. Geological Survey
Florida Integrated Science Center
Gainesville Office
7920 N.W. 71st Street
Gainesville, FL 32653
(352) 378-8181
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
(800) 344-WILD (800-344-9453)
http://www.fws.gov
