Whitefish Point Bird Observatory 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd. Here are seven invasive species that still pose a threat to the U.S. today. Invasive plant and animal species pose an enormous threat to Michigan’s biodiversity and economic well-being. It pro- While the names sound interesting and exotic, the results of these species establishing themselves in Great Lakes waters could be devastating. Each grant program has specific goals, eligibility requirements and application deadlines. As of January 2020, there are 450 species included in the official list. This list of birds of Michigan includes species documented in the U.S. state of Michigan and accepted by the Michigan Bird Records Committee (MBRC). Grants are available to assist with prevention, detection, eradication and control of terrestrial and aquatic invasive species in Michigan. Paradise, MI 49768 (906) 492-3596 www.wpbo.org Located in Michigan's eastern Upper Peninsula, the Whitefish Point area is famous throughout the Upper Midwest for its impressive waterbird migrations, as well as its proven attraction as a vagrant trap. MSU Extension provides educational resources to identify, assess and control invasive species throughout the state. READ MORE: How Burmese Pythons Took Over the Florida Everglades. Kill native birds and mammals. Dead common loons filled parts of the Lake Michigan shoreline in October. Mute Swans Mute swans pose a threat to the native species of Michigan and not native to the state or even North America. The bird was introduced to the area in the 1800s in an effort to decorate the landscapes of the state’s parks and estates. The two predominant non-aquatic invasive species in Michigan are: 1. Reducing the invasive mute swan will help the threatened trumpeter swan to recover, as more habitat will be available to the native species. Bird watching in Michigan supplies a billion dollar economic impact on the state. Invasive species grants . Michigan Department of Natural Resources Michigan Natural Features Inventory 2/2012 Invasive Species—Best Control Practices 1 Autumn olive Elaeagnus umbellata Autumn olive is native to Asia and was introduced into the US in the 1830s. Michigan’s commercial fishery generates an additional $40-50 million for the state economy. It was commonly planted for wildlife food and cover until its invasive traits became apparent. Michigan’s a leader in invasive species Tinca tinca, stone moroko, parrot feather and yellow floating heart are a few of the unwanteds on the list. 1.