Calls to curb invasive species spread via untreated water transfer in England and Wales
Development of cities and the demands of agriculture mean that huge volumes of untreated water from lakes, reservoirs and ...
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8 invasive plants that could be lurking in your garden
Experts name 8 invasive plants to look for in your garden that have become widespread across the UK, from giant hogweed to ...
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International plant trade is spreading invasive species and pests
The ornamental plant trade is growing fast, but without better regulations, pests and diseases will continue spreading.
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Snakes in potted olive trees are 'tip of the iceberg' of ornamental plant trade hazards
Invasive pests are slipping unnoticed into northern Europe in huge shipments of cut flowers and potted plants with potential ...
Project to tackle invasive species in Tees catchment gets major lottery funding
The Tees Invasive Species Project (TISP) has received £216,262 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to combat invasive ...
How an eel-like bloodsucking invasive species nearly wiped out fishing in the Great Lakes
The Great Lakes region has long been heralded for its commercial fishing industry and large hauls. That wasn't always the ...
Study documents extinction threats to world's freshwater species
Freshwater environments cover about 1% of Earth's surface while accounting for more than 10% of known species. Like many ...
Snakes in potted olive trees 'tip of the iceberg' of ornamental plant trade hazards, say researchers
Continental European snakes, geckos and Italian wall lizards are making their way to northern Europe undetected among imports ...