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Are Wild Pigs in Your Area? A Guide to Detecting Signs and Impacts
Invasive wild pigs are considered one of the most damaging invasive species in the world. Highly adaptable and fast-reproducing, they have successfully expanded outside of their native range and are now present on every continent other than Antarctica. When pigs escape or are released, they threaten the environment, communities and industries like agriculture and forestry…. Read More
New Name, Clearer Mission: Welcome to Invasives Canada | Espèces envahissantes Canada
Names matter. They tell a story, shape first impressions, and sometimes need to evolve to reflect a broader vision. As a non-profit, registered charity, the Canadian Council on Invasive Species (CCIS) has played a vital role in addressing the national threat of invasive species, engaging communities and organizations across the country. As our work expanded,… Read More
Eating Invasive Species – A Recipe for Success?
Lionfish (Pterois) are native to the Indo-Pacific region and have become invasive in the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas, Gulf of Mexico and Eastern Seaboard of the US. While travelling, I came across a jar that piqued my interest. It contained some kind of powder for cooking and had the label “Japanese Knotweed”. Apparently, the dried… Read More
