THE SILENT INVASION

THE SILENT INVASION of Hawaii by insects, disease organisms, snakes, weeds, and other pests is the single greatest threat to Hawaii's economy and natural environment and to the health and lifestyle of Hawaii's people. Pests already cause millions of dollars in crop losses, the extinction of native species, the destruction of native forests, and the spread of disease. But many more harmful pests now threaten to invade Hawaii and wreak further damage. Even one new pest--like the brown tree snake--could forever change the character of our islands. Stopping the influx of new pests and containing their spread is essential to Hawaii's future well-being.

HULA BOWL VIEWERS - Be sure to check out the sections entitled "What you can do to help protect Hawaii from alien pests" and "You can help: START RIGHT NOW!"

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	Introduction
	Why should you worry?
	What should you know?
	What can we do?
	Ten-point action plan (1-3)
	Ten-point action plan (4-6)
	Ten-point action plan (7-10)
	What you can do to help protect Hawaii from alien pests
	You can help: START RIGHT NOW!