EDDmaps: Early detection and distribution mapping system for invasive species

Charles T. Bargeron

EDDMapS was designed to provide a more accurate picture of the distribution of invasive species. EDDMapS allows land managers, agencies and others to set priorities for early detection and rapid response (EDRR), as well as formulate overall invasive plant management action plans. It is a tool to develop more complete local, state and regional level distribution data of invasive species, identify ―leading edge ranges of new invasive threats, provide a means of implementing EDRR, and help corroborate threats and refine invasive species lists and management priorities. EDDMapS has been or is being implemented by the Southeast Exotic Pest Plant Council, Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council, Everglades Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area, Mid-Atlantic Exotic Pest Plant Council and the Alaska Exotic Plant Information Clearinghouse.

Keywords: MAPPING, MANAGEMENT PLANS, SPECIES LISTS, EDRR