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Goatbusters: A unique approach to take out invasive plants

Four-legged landscapers munching their way through invasive plants in an effort to protect native oak trees.

Brendan O'Leary

Jun 13, 2026, 12:15 PM

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Four eco-friendly goats were released at Sand Point Preserve Saturday morning in a unique approach to take out invasive plants.

The approach is a part of the second “Goatbusters" initiative.

The goats act as four-legged landscapers, munching their way through invasive plants in an effort to protect native oak trees.

The goats are set to continue working at the preserve through July.

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