Non-Native Invasive Species

We are all responsible for looking after the areas we care about. Here are three simple things you can do to help slow the spread of freshwater invasive non-native species… Download.

Be Plant Wise – In Three Simple Steps

Be plant wise to the threat of invasive plants, which can take over your pond and damage the environment. Ask for help picking the right plants for the size and purpose of your pond and ask how to care for them properly… Download.

Grey squirrels were first introduced into Britain from the USA in 1876 to Henbury Hall, Cheshire in 1876 by the Brocklehurst family. Release of Grey Squirrels into Britain continued until 1915. Grey Squirrels are an introduced invasive species, are classed as vermin and as such have no conservation protection. (more…)

Red Clawed American Signal Crayfish – (Pacifasticus leniusculus)

Habitat description

• The native habitat of the signal crayfish ranges from small streams to large rivers, and lakes from the coastal to the sub-alpine regions.
• Signal crayfish can also survive in brackish water.

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American Mink – (Mustela vison)

Desciption

• Mink males are up to 60 cm long (42cm Body and 18cm tail) females are slightly smaller at 51 cm long (36 cm body and 15 cm tail).
• They are glossy dark brown, looking black in certain light. However due to farming history there are some of lighter colour and/or patchy.
• They are accomplished swimmers and are often seen in the water, and mistaken for otters.  (more…)

The Problem