Marine Invasive Species Program

The Marine Invasive Species Program (MISP) within CDFW's Office of Spill Prevention and Response (OSPR) coordinates with the California State Lands Commission (CSLC) to control the introduction of Non-Indigenous Species (NIS) from the ballast of ocean-going vessels.

• About Marine Invasive Species Program
• What are California Marine Invasive Species?
• Cal-NEMO Database
• What's New in the Program?
• Marine Invasive Species Monitoring Program
• MISP Reports, Publications, and Surveys
• MISP Outreach and Additional Information
• Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)