Invasive species
Last updated on August 7, 2024Invasive species are plants or animals that are not native to the province, or are outside of their natural distribution. Invasive species negatively impact British Columbia’s environment, people and/or economy.
Free from their natural enemies and other constraints that keep them in check in their native ranges, invasive species are recognized globally as the second greatest threat to biodiversity after direct habitat loss due to humans.
- Review the current Priority Invasive Species in B.C.
- Read the indicator reports on the status of invasive species in B.C.
- Learn about species and ecosystems at risk
​By monitoring and taking action we can eliminate new invasive species introductions while populations are still localized and relatively small.
Online training available
All Provincial government staff, contractors, partners and volunteers working on Provincial Public Land and Water are encouraged to take the free Introduction to Invasive Species Online Training that focuses on best practices to prevent the introduction and spread of invasive species while you are doing your job. Allow approximately 2 hours for this training.
Report sightings
Report invasive species before they cause harm.
Invasive species are plants and animals not naturally found in B.C. that can potentially harm the province's natural environment or adversely affect people's health