Invasive Species
What are Invasive Species?
Invasive species are plants or organisms that originate in other parts of the world that are introduced to our ecosystems through shipping vessels, the aquarium and water garden trade, the horticulture trade, construction, wind and water currents, recreational watercrafts, and activities like fishing, hunting, and hiking. Invasive species reproduce quickly and out-compete native species for space and food.
Invasive species can reduce biodiversity, kill other plants and organisms, alter the habitat and food supply for fish and wildlife, and impact recreational activities like swimming and boating. Invasive species also affect the economy through damage to infrastructure and natural resources.
Learn to identify invasive species, and what you can do to help the City of Greater Sudbury, and our Lake Quality Protection Program prevent the spread!
Information on invasive species was gathered from The Invasive Species Centre, for more information on invasive species please click here.
Invasive Plants
Invasive Aquatic Species
Aquatic invasive species are organisms that have been introduced to our waters through a variety of means, reproduce quickly and crowd out or compete with native species. They affect our water bodies resulting in economic, ecological or social disruption.
Many aquatic invasive species were introduced and spread by shipping vessels, recreational watercraft and the aquarium and water garden trade.
Report Invasive Species and Illegal Activity Involving Invasive Species
Report Invasive Species and Illegal Activity Involving Invasive Species
Invasive species can be reported through the toll-free Invading Species Hotline at 1-800-563-7711 or online to EDD Maps or the iNaturalist Invasive Species Ontario project.
If you witness illegal activity involving invasive species, call the Ministry Toll-free at 1-877-847-7667 or if you wish to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers Toll-free at 1-800-222-8477.
For up-to-date reporting information please click here.