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Non-native, or invasive/exotic plant species have an adverse effect on <br />native plant communities, including loss of native plants due to non-native plant <br />infestations and alteration of endangered species habitat. Non-native plant <br />species can destabilize a dune community, resulting in reduced storm resilience. <br />Non-native species should be removed and disposed of off-site when observed in <br />the dunes. No on-site shredding or chipping will be allowed. Mechanized <br />equipment may be used for removal when it is possible to gain access without <br />impacting the existing dune. Post and rope barriers may be temporarily removed <br />for mechanical invasive removal, but the post and rope must be replaced upon <br />completion of each section. <br />Non-native species observed in Sunny Iles Beach dunes include: <br />• Scaevola taccadal (Hawaiian half -flower or beach naupaka) <br />• Sphagneticola trilobata (wedelia or creeping oxeye daisy) <br />• Crotalaria pallida (Shake shake) <br />Other non-native species commonly found within South Florida's dune system <br />include: <br />• Casuarina equisetifolia (Australian pine) <br />• Schinus terebinthifolius (Brazilian pepper) <br />All invasive removal should be done manually either by hand or by machine. The <br />use of herbicides is not recommended. <br />