Arundo biocontrols in the Big Bend Reach of the Rio Grande
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Project Description

Explore opportunities for use of Arundo biocontrols and the potential to expand the ongoing USDA Arundo biocontrol program that is active in the lower Rio Grande. Education/outreach to landowners is needed in advance of a biocontrol program.

Conservation Area

Rio Grande - Upper Big Bend

NFCA Objectives

Project Hierarchy: 1
Estimated Cost Range: ~$500,000 - $1,000,000
Project Submitted By: Mark Briggs
Suggested Contact: Mark Briggs

Improved sediment management and overall habitat conditions; provide the conditions to restore channel morphology upon ideal flow conditions

World Wildlife Fund; Big Bend National Park; TPWD AIS Program

World Wildlife Fund; NPS; USFWS; TPWD AIS Program

Project Status

  • Suggested
  • Ongoing
  • Completed

Project Location

Big Bend Reach of the Rio Grande