Invasive Species Blogs

These blogs are about various invasive species that can be found in the Land Between, what harm they cause, how to identify them, how to remove them and who to notify if you find them.

Invasive Plants in The Land Between: Identification, spread avoidance, and more!

February 21, 2024

By Sarah Reed In an effort to spread awareness this Invasive Species Awareness week, we’re dedicating this blog post to the most common invasive plant species in The Land Between. …

The Humble Muskrat: Is He Disappearing?

March 1, 2023

Muskrats are often an overlooked species in the Land Between region and are frequently seen as pests. However, muskrats are actually beneficial and have great cultural, ecological, and economic importance. …

Expensive Frogs

June 13, 2022

The British Columbia taxpayers have paid about $250,000 to fight the invasion of bullfrogs (Rana catesbeiana) in the Osoyoos region in southern B.C. Estimates for control programs for the entire …

Spongy Moths (LDD/Gypsy Moths) – How can we manage the invasion?

July 6, 2021

Invasive species are exotic organisms which enter a locality and then dominate/out-compete native species. Many of these invaders have been established for several decades, with the majority of us unable …

What the Phrag?! All You Need to Know About Invasive Phragmites

January 28, 2021

Phragmites australis australis, otherwise known as European Common Reed or Invasive Phragmites, is a fast-spreading, perennial aquatic grass found growing in wetlands, shorelines and roadside ditches. This aggressive plant crushes …

HIPPO: The Greatest Threat to Biodiversity

December 1, 2020

Every time a species goes extinct or is lost from a given area, global biodiversity is irreparably damaged and destabilized. Specific causes of losses to biodiversity are varied, but the …

Clogging the Lakes: Eurasian Watermilfoil

November 27, 2020

Understanding Eurasian Watermilfoil: What is it, How Did it Get Here, What are its Impacts, and What Can We Do to Prevent its Spread? What is Eurasian Watermilfoil? Eurasian Watermilfoil …

Be Fish Friendly: Tips and Tricks for Responsible Recreational Fishing

July 14, 2020

For many of us, casting a line out on a calm lake sounds like the perfect way to spend a late summer’s evening. Avid anglers are no strangers to waking …

Recreational Boating and the Environment: Tips and Tricks for Environmentally Conscious Boating

July 16, 2019

A day out on the boat is a good way to unwind and relax, but did you know recreational boating may have a significant impact on the marine environment around …

Ontario Burdened with Invasive Species: Tips and Tricks for Managing Invasive Species in The Land Between

July 3, 2019

Did you know Ontario has the highest amount of invasive species across Canada? Dozens of invasive species have infiltrated our lakes, rivers, and forests, putting our native species and the …

Ontario Burdened with Invasive Species: Tips and Tricks for Managing Invasive Species in The Land Between

Jul 3, 2019

Did you know Ontario has the highest amount of invasive species across Canada? Dozens of invasive species have infiltrated our lakes, rivers, and forests, putting our native species and the …