Guidelines for the Development of an Aquatic Invasive Species Rapid Response Plan

A step-by-step guide of all necessary components for developing an effective response plan, including team building, funding, risk assessment, feasibility analysis, and other critical considerations. 

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water background with ANS Task Force three circles with a fish, mussel, and plant
Aquatic Nuisance Species are organisms that produce harmful impacts on aquatic ecosystems or activities or dependent on these ecosystems such as agricultural, aquacultural, or recreation. ANS may occur in freshwater, estuarine, and marine waters and are one of the most significant threats to waters...
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Aquatic environment
Aquatic connectivity
Aquatic animals