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Dracula ants re-emerge on Maui
In March of 2022, the Maui Invasive Species Committee’s (MISC) little fire ant ( … Read More...
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Habits Are Key To Preventing the Spread of Rat Lungworm
In 2017, rat lungworm disease was making big headlines with an unprecedented 21 … Read More...
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Plant Native, Cultivate A Connection
Lindsay and Kely Rodrigues clear out overgrown weeds on their family land in … Read More...
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Gardening This Spring? Plant Pono
Knowing what to plant and where can be tricky. Planting guides from the Hawaiian … Read More...
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Avocado Pest Now Widespread on Maui- But There is Hope
In early January, Richard Smith reached out to the Maui Invasive Species … Read More...
Welcome to MISC!
The Maui Invasive Species Committee (MISC) is a project of the University of Hawaiʻi- Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit. The committee is voluntary partnership of government, private and non-profit organizations, and concerned individuals working to prevent, control, or eliminate the most threatening invasive plant and animal species to protect Maui’s watersheds, ecological resources, agriculture, and community.Coqui Frogs
MISC works to control coqui frogs throughout Maui County. If you think you hear a coqui frog help let us know! Learn more.
Little Fire Ants
Spot the Ant. Stop the Ant. Don't let the Little Fire Ant go undectected! Learn more.