The First Detectors are a network of well-trained, dedicated volunteers who help detect and report invasive species and identify new infestations to support Early Detection and Rapid Response efforts in Georgia.
Welcome to the new Georgia Invasives website!
Invasive species threaten Georgia’s native ecosystems, agriculture, and communities. Here you’ll find reliable information, identification tools, and reporting resources to help residents, land managers, and professionals prevent the spread and respond effectively.
Photo Credits: Japanese Beetle – David Cappaert, Bugwood.org, Spotted Lanternfly – Lawrence Barringer, Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, Bugwood.org, Yellow-Legged Hornet – Allan Smith-Pardo, Invasive Hornets, USDA APHIS PPQ, Bugwood.org, Cogongrass – John D. Byrd, Mississippi State University, Bugwood.org