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Invasive Moth Identified in BC’s Lower Mainland
ISCBC is asking British Columbians to report any sightings of Carnation tortrix (Cacoecimorpha pronubana), an invasive moth identified in BC’s lower mainland. Carnation tortrix is native to Northern Africa and…
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Celebrating Invasive Species Action Month
Each May is Invasive Species Action Month (ISAM) and the Invasive Species Council of BC (ISCBC) is celebrating another successful month of invasive species awareness and action.
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Invasive Goldfish Threaten Native Species
Images of giant Goldfish have gone viral, highlighting the dangers invasive species pose on local environments.
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Japanese Beetle July Update
Through trapping and surveillance, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has detected the first Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica) in flight this year.
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Yellow Flag Iris Control Workshop
The Invasive Species Council of BC held a Yellow flag iris workshop on July 23, 2021. The workshop, hosted in partnership with the Cariboo Regional District and Agrowest Consulting Scientists,…
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Invasive Asian Clams Found in Central Kootenay Region Highlight Importance of Clean Drain Dry
The Province of BC’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy (MOE) has confirmed that live invasive Asian clams (Corbicula fluminea) have been found in the Pend D’Oreille River of the Central Kootenay region this spring.
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Boaters Reminded to CLEAN DRAIN DRY to Stop Invasive Species
Boating season is well underway in BC. This long weekend, be sure to Clean, Drain and Dry your boat, kayak, paddleboard and gear to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.