Invasive Species

• Banff backcountry paddling off-limits after whirling disease detected in Lake Louise

  Whirling disease, an aquatic invasive species that affects fish populations, has been found in Lake Louise, according to Parks Canada.

  Canada

  Mar 11
  
• Nova Scotia gardeners, homeowners endure Japanese beetle infestations

  The Japanese beetle population has grown in recent years – decimating flowers and foliage. A homeowner in the Halifax-area says she's spent $1,200 trying to get rid of them.

  Environment

  Jul 22, 2025
  
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• Efforts to limit population of invasive ‘vampire fish’ in Canada’s Great Lakes underway

  Crews have finally started efforts to reduce the invasive sea lamprey population in the Great Lakes after COVID-19 disruptions threatened the $5.1-billion fishing industry.

  Environment

  May 27, 2025
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• So-called ‘murder hornet’ eradicated in U.S., officials say

  The insect, officially known as the Northern Giant Hornet, became established in the Blaine area of Whatcom County, just minutes south of the British Columbia border.

  Environment

  Dec 18, 2024
• B.C. city drains millions of litres from pond overrun with thousands of goldfish

  Campbell River was forced to drain nearly 40 million litres of water from a local pond in an effort to rid it of 1,700 goldfish, some as large as three pounds.

  Environment

  Oct 23, 2024
• Aquarium moss balls infested with invasive mussels found in Seattle

  A wholesale aquarium company in Seattle contacted state officials earlier this week about a shipment of moss balls that could be possibly contaminated with mussels.

  Environment

  Aug 9, 2024
• Don’t move firewood: Plea to campers after invasive insect confirmed in B.C.

  The Invasive Species Council of BC says moving firewood from one region to another could result in the spread of the Asian-based emerald ash borer.

  Canada

  Jun 28, 2024
• Invasive vs. native garden species: Learning what to pull and what to plant

  Toronto residents may have intentionally planted or allowed dozens of invasive plant species to flourish in their own backyards. The question is knowing which ones are harmful.

  Environment

  Jun 5, 2024
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• Southern Interior residents asked to watch for invasive plants in region

  Last month, the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society added poison hemlock and hoary cress to its priority list of invasive plants.

  Environment

  May 18, 2024
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• Gardeners need to watch out for these 2 worms in Ontario. Here’s why

  Hammerhead worms, which can produce a known paralyzing toxin, have been sighted in some ecospaces across Ontario is recent times.

  Environment

  Apr 29, 2024