The European shrub, Buckthorn, was introduced into the U.S. in the 19th century for use as a hedgerow. It has since spread to two-thirds of the country. It releases a chemical that reduces successful hatching of amphibians. The impact is most felt in the U.S. mid-west. Learn more at: BBC News – European invader threat to US amphibians.
Posted by: Sandy Steinman | May 16, 2013
Invasive Alien Threatens U.S. Amphibians
Posted in Animals, Environment | Tags: Alien plants, Amphibians, Buckthorn, Invasive Aliens, Threats To Amphibians
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