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Alien invasive species

Last updated on October 28, 2021

Alien invasive species do not occur naturally in ecosystems in B.C. Their threat to the province's agriculture, forestry and environment is serious – they can:

  • Disrupt natural ecosystem processes
  • Alter soil chemistry to prevent the regrowth of native plants and economic crops
  • Increase soil erosion
  • Poison livestock and wildlife
  • Increase risk of wildfires
  • Interfere with forest regeneration
  • Cause allergic reactions, severe skin abrasions and burns

Find out how these species get here and see what the government is doing about it:

You Can Help

Detecting, preventing and controlling these pests is important. Report any suspected alien invasive species you find:

 

Enter, edit and share B.C. invasive plant data. Get information generated by various agencies and non-government organizations involved in invasive plant management.