Eradicate the invasive vinca plant from Aravaipa Canyon, Arizona where it interferes with natural hydrological processes and competes with native riparian vegetation in priority stream habitat for loachminnow and spikedace. Project will employ an environmentally sensitive and effective removal technique to maintain stream velocity, control fine sediments, and restore natural flood patterns.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Bring Back the Natives / More Fish
Project Title: Eradication of Invasive Vinca to benefit Spikedace and Loachminnow in Aravaipa Canyon, Arizona
Organization:
Sky Island Alliance
Project ID:
0901.18.061875
Description:
Award Amount:
$49724.70
Location:
Aravaipa Creek tributary of the San Pedro River Arizona