“YOU

DEVOUR 

 BOOKS?

 I PREFER

CROPS AND 

 TREES 

 MYSELF.”

Here’s a scary story ... invasive species 

threaten our whole ecosystem. 

Learn how to leave these 

Hungry Pests behind by visiting

United States Department of Agriculture

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Issued May 2012 

Program Aid No. 2117

 “YOU

DEVOUR 

 BOOKS?

 I PREFER

CROPS AND 

 TREES 

 MYSELF.”

Here’s a scary story ... invasive species 

threaten our whole ecosystem. 

Learn how to leave these 

Hungry Pests behind by visiting

United States Department of Agriculture

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Issued May 2012 

Program Aid No. 2117

 “YOU

DEVOUR 

 BOOKS?

 I PREFER

CROPS AND 

 TREES 

 MYSELF.”

Here’s a scary story ... invasive species 

threaten our whole ecosystem. 

Learn how to leave these 

Hungry Pests behind by visiting

United States Department of Agriculture

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Issued May 2012 

Program Aid No. 2117

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There are many ways you can help stop 

the spread of invasive species, no matter 

where you live – and that’s by preventing 

their introduction in the first place.

Buy Local, Burn Local. Invasive pests 

and larvae can hide and ride long 

distances in firewood. Buy firewood 

where you burn it.

Plant Carefully. Buy plants from a 

reputable source and avoid using 

invasive plant species.

Do Not Bring or Mail fresh fruits, 

vegetables, or plants from state to state 

unless cleared by agricultural inspectors 

beforehand.

Cooperate with quarantine restrictions 

and allow authorized agricultural workers 

access to your property for inspection.

Keep It Clean. Wash outdoor gear 

and tires between fishing, hunting or 

camping trips. Clean lawn furniture and 

outdoor items when moving from one 

home to another.

Learn to Identify. If you see signs of an 

invasive pest or disease, report it at 

www.HungryPests.com.

Speak Up. Declare all agricultural items 

to customs officials when returning from 

international travel.

LEAVE

HUNGRY PESTS

BEHIND

VISIT

There are many ways you can help stop 

the spread of invasive species, no matter 

where you live – and that’s by preventing 

their introduction in the first place.

Buy Local, Burn Local. Invasive pests 

and larvae can hide and ride long 

distances in firewood. Buy firewood 

where you burn it.

Plant Carefully. Buy plants from a 

reputable source and avoid using 

invasive plant species.

Do Not Bring or Mail fresh fruits, 

vegetables, or plants from state to state 

unless cleared by agricultural inspectors 

beforehand.

Cooperate with quarantine restrictions 

and allow authorized agricultural workers 

access to your property for inspection.

Keep It Clean. Wash outdoor gear 

and tires between fishing, hunting or 

camping trips. Clean lawn furniture and 

outdoor items when moving from one 

home to another.

Learn to Identify. If you see signs of an 

invasive pest or disease, report it at 

www.HungryPests.com.

Speak Up. Declare all agricultural items 

to customs officials when returning from 

international travel.

LEAVE

HUNGRY PESTS

BEHIND

VISIT

There are many ways you can help stop 

the spread of invasive species, no matter 

where you live – and that’s by preventing 

their introduction in the first place.

Buy Local, Burn Local. Invasive pests 

and larvae can hide and ride long 

distances in firewood. Buy firewood 

where you burn it.

Plant Carefully. Buy plants from a 

reputable source and avoid using 

invasive plant species.

Do Not Bring or Mail fresh fruits, 

vegetables, or plants from state to state 

unless cleared by agricultural inspectors 

beforehand.

Cooperate with quarantine restrictions 

and allow authorized agricultural workers 

access to your property for inspection.

Keep It Clean. Wash outdoor gear 

and tires between fishing, hunting or 

camping trips. Clean lawn furniture and 

outdoor items when moving from one 

home to another.

Learn to Identify. If you see signs of an 

invasive pest or disease, report it at 

www.HungryPests.com.

Speak Up. Declare all agricultural items 

to customs officials when returning from 

international travel.

LEAVE

HUNGRY PESTS

BEHIND

VISIT

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