Conservation Talk Story ep. 3: Why Native Plants Matter w/ Conservationist Jane Beachy

We're always talking about protecting and preserving native plants. But why? What do they do that makes them so valuable compared to alien species? We explore just what's so special about native plants and their role in Hawaiian ecosystems with help from Conservationist Jane Beachy, Manager of the Army Natural Resources Program. Conservation Talk Story is a storytelling forum for conservationists in Hawaii. We host experts on topics covering every aspect of conservation science, including: mitigating human impacts, protecting rare species, and public education. Our goal is not only to increase awareness regarding specific conservation issues in the state, but also to provide correct information, backed by science, to our listeners so they are equipped to make decisions about sustainability and conservation in their own lives. Hosted by Emily Sesno and Max Bendes, Conservation Talk Story is brought to you by the Hawaii chapter of The Society for Conservation Biology (HISCB) with support from KTUH.