
Invasive non-native species
Invasive non-native species are one of the five most serious threats to biodiversity.
Invasive non-native species are one of the five most serious threats to biodiversity.
Invasive non-native species damage our environment, the economy, our health and the way we live. The threat is increasing with the growth in international trade and travel. But we can all do something to help stop their spread.
The Code of Practice on Non-Native Species sets out a framework of responsibilities for bodies with powers relating to non-native species.
NatureScot is the lead organisation for non-native species on land, including:
Other organisations have responsibilities for non-native species elsewhere:
The Scottish Invasive Species Initiative (SISI) is an exciting and ambitious 4-year partnership project set up to tackle invasive non-native species alongside rivers and watercourses in northern Scotland.
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Invasive non-native species – Species Action Framework Handbook