The Ontario government is taking steps to safeguard the province’s biodiversity by banning and placing restrictions on 10 more non-native species.
This includes adding certain types of fish, aquatic plants, and invertebrates to the prohibited list, while implementing new restrictions on various groups of aquatic and terrestrial plants.
“Invasive species are one of the most significant threats to biodiversity and a major concern to Ontario’s natural ecosystems. The Nature Conservancy of Canada is pleased to see the designation of these additional species under the Invasive Species Act.” says Kyle Borrowman, NCC’s Director of Habitat Restoration in Ontario. “Included in the list of newly designated species are several that are not known to currently exist in Canada but are a considerable risk to our natural ecosystems if introduced.”
These measures, enacted under the Invasive Species Act, aim to protect the ecosystem, supplementing the existing list of 42 species, four groups, one family, and two carriers.
The legislation equips authorities with the necessary tools to control and limit invasive species and carriers.
Written by Joseph Goden
