Reporting observations of invasive species with the applications below will ensure that the data is centralized by the Montana Natural Heritage Program as quickly as possible. Alerts are then sent to invasive species managers to make sure they are aware of these reports.
Reporting aquatic invasive species found on vessels or property and feral swine present on private or public property is Montana law (MCA 80-7-1012, MCA 81-29-103)!
Don't like to use applications, but you have observed a potential invasive species that you are concerned about? Give us a call at (406) 444-3989 or send us an email at bmaxell@mt.gov
iNaturalist is a widely used global platform that allows users to report observations of any species using photos or sound recordings. The application includes algorithms that suggest species identifications, which users can accept or provide their own identification. Members of the iNaturalist community, including global experts in specific species groups, can then verify or refine these identifications. The following resources were created to help users get started with iNaturalist:
Report known or suspected aquatic invasive species, noxious weeds, tree pests, feral hogs, livestock diseases, and other non-native species.
For weed managers and others who are entering a large volume of weed data.
Early Detection and Distribution Mapping System applications allow users to document invasive species in the United States and Canada.
Other Invasive Species Reporting Applications
