Okanagan And Similkameen Invasive Species Society

• Regional District targeting invasive tree species in Penticton

  The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is going after three invasive tree species in the region.

  Environment

  Dec 21, 2023
  
• Volunteers wanted in Okanagan to monitor invasive mussels

  The Okanagan Basin Water Board is funding a project to monitor lakes in the Okanagan for invasive mussels through its ‘Don’t Move a Mussel’ campaign.

  Environment

  Jul 18, 2023
  
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• Okanagan society dedicated to fighting invasive species asking for help

  The society is launching a project to monitor zebra and quagga mussels and Asian clams in lakes throughout the Okanagan, and needs public help.

  Environment

  Jul 23, 2020
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• Goldfish infestations threatening native fish species in B.C. lakes

  Goldfish have been shown to prey on native fish species and can disturb sediment while feeding, which increases water turbidity.

  Nov 14, 2019
• Okanagan residents encouraged to battle invasive plants

  “Residents can easily arm themselves with information to help keep invasive weeds in check.”

  Environment

  Jul 10, 2019