Conservation conundrum: Endangered species persists on noxious weed

Some invasive plants are used by native wildlife but may be subject to control measures. We investigated oviposition preferences of an endangered moth dependent upon an invasive weed for survival. By identifying preferred characteristics of invasive host plants, land managers may minimize resource loss for imperiled species dependent upon them. Some invasive plant species are used by native wildlife but may also be subject to control measures motivated by habitat conservation or restoration. By identifying preferred characteristics of invasive host plants, land managers may focus removal efforts and minimize resource loss for imperiled species dependent upon them.