Palm Beach County Reef Rescue Invasive Species Page

a hawkfish watches for dinner in a colorful setting

To monitor, preserve, and protect the coral reef ecosystem of
South Florida through research, education, and public awareness.

Invasive Species Reporting

We Need Your Help

Information leading to the identification of exotic species. The introduction of exotic species is a threat to Florida wildlife. Unchecked by natural controls introduced species can have a destabilizing effect on the native ecosystem. As a diver you can help by sending your observations and photos to Reef Rescue. Your photos will be posted in our Rogue's Gallery and your reported sighting will be forwarded to the appropriate agency.

Instructions are inside. Just click the sign below to open your email client.

Peacock Grouper
Lighthouse Ledge
Pompano, FL
Peter Shultz

Emperor Angel
Separated Rocks
Boca Raton, FL
Peter Shultz

Koran Angel
Lynn's Reef
Boynton Beach, FL
Ed Tichenor

Sailfin Tang
Lynn's Reef
Boynton Beach, FL
Ed Tichenor

Yellow-Bar Angel
Bath and Tennis Reef
Palm Beach, FL
Susan Gardner

Heniochus
Paul's Reef/Sloan's Curve
Palm Beach, FL
Susan Gardner

Lionfish
The Trench @ 55'
Palm Beach, FL
Susan Gardner

Palm Beach County Reef Rescue
P.O. Box 207
Boynton Beach, FL 33425
(561) 699-8559