Will invasive species be helped or hindered by climate change?

Will invasive species be helped or hindered by climate change?

Author: Abigail Garofalo, Amy Lefringhouse, Erin Garrett September 5, 2024 Duration: 41:45

This week we welcome Chris Evans to the podcast. Chris is an Extension Forestry and Research Specialist with Illinois Extension based in southern Illinois. We chat about what invasive species are, how their characteristics may make them more resilient to climate change, and what we can do to help slow their spread. Learn more on the blog.

Resources for learning more:
iNaturalist - tool for identification and reporting
EDDMapS - tool for reporting where you see invasives and looking at up to date range maps
Invasive Species website from Illinois Extension


Hosted by Abigail Garofalo, Amy Lefringhouse, and Erin Garrett, Everyday Environment Podcast is a conversation about the natural systems that shape daily life in Illinois. It’s not just about distant wilderness; it’s about the water from your tap, the trees on your street, the birds at your feeder, and the energy powering your home. Each episode pulls on a single thread-be it soil health, local wildlife, or sustainable practices-to reveal the whole intricate web we’re a part of. You’ll hear clear explanations and practical insights that make the science of our surroundings accessible and immediately relevant. The goal is to move beyond abstract concepts and foster a tangible, deeper understanding of how these environmental connections work right outside our doors. Tune in for thoughtful discussions that equip you with knowledge about the air, land, and water in your own community, making the complexities of our shared ecosystem feel a little more familiar and a lot more connected to the choices we make every day. This podcast is one part of a broader educational effort, designed to engage curious residents who want to look a bit closer at the world around them.
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Podcast Episodes
Answering your invasive species questions: a Q&A with Chris Evans [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:40
For our final episode of our invasive species season we have something a little different: we're sharing the recording of an invasive species livestream we hosted on Facebook with Chris Evans, answering your invasive spe…
Carrying a shield against invasive carp with Steven Butler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:16
Join Steve Butler, Biologist at the Kaskaskia Biological Field Station, as he discusses invasive carp (silver carp, bighead carp, grass carp, and black carp) and their reproducing populations throughout much of the Missi…
Tree check! Spotting invasive pests early with Tricia Bethke [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:42
Everyday Environment talks with Tricia Bethke, Illinois’ Forest Pest Outreach Coordinator, about the growing threat of invasive pests. We explore how these pests are impacting our forests, what a “tree check” looks like,…