Western Maine Audubon plans to present “Invasive Plants in Maine,” a talk by Hunter Manley, on Wednesday, March 9 at the University of Maine at Farmington. Submitted photo

Western Maine Audubon is scheduled to hold a a live presentation, “Invasive Plants in Maine,” by Hunter Manley at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 9.

The talk will be held on the campus of the University of Maine at Farmington in the Lincoln Auditorium, Roberts Learning Center at 270 Main St.

Hunter will discuss the impact of invasive plants on Maine wildlife and forestry. The growing prevalence of any of these species threatens the health of their host ecosystems, so identifying them early and planning for treatment is essential for maintaining productive habitats and forests, according to a news release from the Falmouth nature preserve.

For the most common invasive plants in Western Maine, photo examples of infestations and treatments will assist attendees in learning to identify and prevent the spread of these species.

Hunter is a consulting forester and pesticide applicator living in Old Town, where he operates Legacy Woodlot Services. He graduated from the University of Maine with a bachelor’s degree in forestry in 2017, and has been working on invasive plant control, Natural Resources Conservation Service cost-share programs, and other forestry projects. He has worked with the Maine Natural Areas Program, towns and land trusts on restoring natural communities affected by invasive plants.

Organizers are trying to keep talks in person, so masks are required by the university, social distancing is encouraged, and they all attendees are requested to be vaccinated.

For updated information on the talk, or to view an online video after the talk, visit western.maineaudubon.org.