What You Can Do

Adult TLSB jump and fly around. When traveling in and out of infested areas, inspect and clean your shoes, gear, and vehicles.

Do not move soil material from the West side of Hawaii Island. Even potted plants can harbor TLSB!

Watch for signs of damage to sod/pastures and for TLSB in your area and report it!

Help us spread the word. The TLSB is a problem for our entire state, not just ranchers.

Share information and videos with friends and family.

Support funding for research and mitigation efforts. Current state legislation needs your testimony in support. Learn more about the bills and get links to testify here.

Learn to identify TLSB

Report sightings of the TLSB to 643-PEST.

Take a photo if possible.

Ranchers that are impacted are under significant stress and strain, be supportive.

Donate your time as a volunteer for the TLSB Task Force, BIISC, or NRCS.

Besides doing your part to help raise awareness and practicing good biosecurity, please remember that we also accept donations. Every dollar donated will go directly to supporting TLSB research and restoration work. Thank you for your generosity!