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fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 hours ago

Northern California's newest invaders are beautiful swans. Should hunters kill them?

Mute swans are invasive species in California, known for their territorial behavior, which includes drowning smaller animals, making them a significant threat to local ecosystems.
Environment
#asian-hornets
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

SV Chat: The man who traps the Bay Area's destructive wild pigs

Wild pigs are invasive, destructive, and pose challenges in the Bay Area, prompting authorities to hire professionals for removal.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Experts say invasive plant in Lake Simcoe can injure swimmers, harm the environment | CBC News

Water soldier is an invasive aquatic plant threatening Lake Simcoe's ecosystem and recreational activities.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Giving your pets this treat makes them soldiers in the battle against invasive carp

Pezzy uses wild-caught silver carp to create pet snacks, addressing both an environmental issue and pet health.
#biodiversity
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Americans told to destroy pink blobs invading Florida

Invasive apple snails are causing ecological damage in Florida with their egg masses posing health risks to humans.
#conservation
#spotted-lanternfly
fromsilive
1 month ago
Agriculture

Lanternflies return for 2025 as newly hatched nymphs appear in Staten Island park

fromsilive
1 month ago
Agriculture

Lanternflies return for 2025 as newly hatched nymphs appear in Staten Island park

fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Win Six Tickets to Crayfish Bob's Crayfish Boils

Crawfish Boils are feasts featuring crayfish, corn, potatoes, and sausage, deeply rooted in Creole and Cajun culture, now being celebrated in Bermondsey.
Food & drink
California
fromKqed
1 month ago

Golden Mussel Presents Widespread Threat To Major California Reservoir | KQED

Golden mussels are an invasive species threatening Lake Oroville, a critical water reservoir in California.
#ecology
#lake-oroville
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

Golden Mussel Presents Widespread Threat To Major California Reservoir | KQED

Golden mussels threaten Lake Oroville, crucial for California's water supply, as they can clog pipes and cause environmental damage.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
California

California's 2nd-largest reservoir hits record milestone after brutal dry spell

Lake Oroville is nearly full, reaching 99% capacity, while concerns grow over the risk of flooding and invasive species threatening its ecosystem.
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

Golden Mussel Presents Widespread Threat To Major California Reservoir | KQED

California
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

California's 2nd-largest reservoir hits record milestone after brutal dry spell

Lake Oroville is nearly full, reaching 99% capacity, while concerns grow over the risk of flooding and invasive species threatening its ecosystem.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Flesh-eating insects found invading US through Mexican migrant route

The New World Screwworm (NWS) lays hundreds of larvae in the wounds of animals and people, which hatch within hours and consume the victim's tissue.
US news
#giant-hogweed
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Asian needle ants have reached New England. Here's what to know about them.

Asian needle ants in the U.S. pose health risks, including a dangerous sting that can cause severe allergic reactions.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The unstoppable clone army of invasive Asian seaweed ravaging the Spanish coast

Rugulopteryx okamurae is rapidly advancing along the Spanish coast, significantly harming biodiversity and causing socioeconomic impacts.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Flesh-eating 'Demonic worms' that could irritate human skin in US city

Invasive hammerhead worms are alarming Texas residents due to their presence and potential threat to local ecosystems.
#governors-island
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York Islanders

Flock of sheep to spend one final summer on Governors Island ridding area of invasive plant species | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York Islanders

Flock of sheep to spend one final summer on Governors Island ridding area of invasive plant species | amNewYork

#asian-needle-ant
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Dog owners at hipster NYC park warned about prickly weeds that could hurt pups

Last year a foxtail seed barb got lodged in our dog's inner eyelid and scratched her cornea, " resident Jasmine Colahan posted on Instagram.
NYC parents
Pets
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Santa Clara park rangers lasso large loose lizard

A Tegu lizard captured in California is now in custody awaiting adoption, emphasizing issues with pet abandonment and local wildlife disruption.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Mega-colonies of 'SUPER ANTS' are storming through Europe

"There's always some risk with species like this. If T. magnum were to establish here, it could become a nuisance. They form vast supercolonies..."
Europe news
#wildlife
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Ibiza's iconic wall lizards are being wiped out by an invasive snake that's already on 90% of the island

The invasive horseshoe whip snake is dramatically threatening the Ibiza wall lizard population.
The invasion's rapid progression could lead to the extinction of endemic lizards on Ibiza.
Golden State Warriors
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Lake Tahoe goes on high alert as invasive species creeps closer

Golden mussels pose a significant ecological threat to Lake Tahoe, prompting increased inspection measures to prevent their introduction.
Miami food
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

The World's Most Destructive Termites Are Taking Over Florida: How You Can Protect Your Home, According to Exterminators

Aggressive termite species are cross-breeding in South Florida, posing severe risks to homes and property.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How an idealistic tree-planting project turned into Kenya's toxic, thorny nightmare

"Mathenge, initially introduced as a solution for desertification, has now become a widespread invasive species in Kenya, endangering livestock and local livelihoods."
Agriculture
#agriculture
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Urgent warning about savage' beetle devastating' crops

Colorado beetles represent a severe threat to British potato crops, requiring vigilance from farmers and the public.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
Silicon Valley food

California is dumping millions of flies on Bay Area residents

California is using a sterile insect technique to combat Mediterranean fruit flies.
Millions of sterilized male fruit flies are released to disrupt mating cycles.
Silicon Valley food
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

California is dumping millions of flies on Bay Area residents

California is using a sterile insect technique to combat Mediterranean fruit flies.
Millions of sterilized male fruit flies are released to disrupt mating cycles.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

New England fights invasive green crabs with 'eat them' tactic

Green crabs have been in New England since the mid-to-late 1980s, making their way from Europe and West Africa via cargo ships.
East Bay food
UK news
fromwww.theargus.co.uk
3 months ago

Asian Hornet warning issued amid 2025 sightings as they pose 'significant threat'

In 2025, 13 sightings of the invasive Yellow-legged (Asian) Hornets in the UK raise concern for local bee populations.
fromKqed
3 months ago

A Scientist's Fight to Save Catalina Island's Plant Biodiversity | KQED

Kevin Alison passionately works to protect and propagate endangered plant species on Catalina Island.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Officials unleash sterile mosquitoes in bid to curb disease - with promising results

A new strategy using sterile male mosquitoes shows promise in reducing invasive populations and controlling dengue fever spread in Southern California.
fromSun Sentinel
3 months ago

These big predator lizards eat iguanas, toads and more. Here's where they lurk in Florida.

Nile monitors, predatory lizards from Africa, have established populations in South Florida, particularly in Palm Beach County canals.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Weed Manager of the Year: One Man's Quest to Save the Sonoran Desert

Community volunteers are essential for managing invasive species on public lands, especially due to federal budget cuts.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Invasive Japanese knotweed is not our friend

Japanese knotweed is a highly invasive plant that can cause significant ecological and structural damage.
SF food
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

The Invasive Fish You Should Consider For Your Next Taco Night - Tasting Table

Incorporating invasive species like snakehead fish into meals can help ecosystems and reduce waste.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Drones, AI and one long fence: Kangaroo Island's war on a clawed predator that kills 1.5bn Australian animals a year

Kangaroo Island's innovative feral cat eradication program has significantly reduced the population from 1,600 to approximately 150.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Scientists have birthed a super cannibal' that never grows up. Could it be key to combating Australia's cane toad menace?

Scientists have successfully begun genetically engineering cane toads in a bid to combat this invasive species.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 months ago

In brief: East Bay park district changing its boat inspection rules May 7

Starting May 7, the EBRPD's banding program is transitioning to color-coded, lake-specific bands and will no longer accept EBMUD bands.
SF parents
fromwww.pressenterprise.com
3 months ago

Why the invasive rodent species nutria are such a problematic pest

Nutria are invasive rodents that reproduce rapidly and destroy habitats, leading to significant environmental impacts, particularly through erosion and flooding caused by their feeding and burrowing behavior.
Pets
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Officials warn of 'urgent invasive species threat' in Northern California

The discovery of golden mussels in California presents an urgent invasive species threat that requires immediate action and coordinated management.
Two-thirds of California's population relies on the San Joaquin Delta for water, making the spread of golden mussels a significant concern.
#asian-hornet
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Tree killing beetle may cause more wildfires, Long Island officials warn

Long Island's pine barrens face severe threats from the invasive southern pine beetle, posing fire hazards and ecological damage.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 months ago

Native Flora and Fauna Return to Green-Wood Cemetery

Green-Wood Cemetery's Rethinking Urban Grasslands project seeks to manage invasive grass species while promoting native flora.
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