Dissemination of invasive species info across Northern Ireland. Species alerts etc. Northern Ireland Environment Agency resource. T.028 9081 6685
Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Cork nest found, a great effort by all!! gov.ie/en/department-of-hous…
Although there have been no Asian hornet reports in Northern Ireland in 2026, we must remain vigilant considering the recent Cork findings.
NIEA/DAERA staff training with APHA in Kent. Now that the electronic tagging is being used in Cork, this practical training will be invaluable if needed in Northern Ireland.
Asian hornet tagged for the first time in Ireland #RTÉNews youtube.com/shorts/Smtlb9VHO… via @YouTube - DAERA staff have just returned from Kent where they were allowed to practice the electronic tag attachment process in preparation for any incursion in Northern Ireland.
With Invasive Species week coming to a close, keep an eye out for future volunteering events in your community or start one up yourself!🌱🐢
Find some inspiration for events and activities you can organise below on our website 👉
invasivespeciesni.co.uk/inva…
#INNSWeek
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Planning on being out on the water this weekend?
Any easy way to get #INNSvolved is by remembering to Check Clean and Dry after you day out!
Help #Stopthespread of invasive species this #INNSWeek
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Need some help with your invasive species identification?
We have got you covered with our collection of over 70 ID guides which you can find on our website 👉 invasivespeciesni.co.uk/list…
#INNSWeek
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Out and about this weekend?
Why not get #INNSvolved and record any invasive species you see!
Please send in your records via CEDaR 👉 www2.habitas.org.uk/records/…
Or
iRecord 👉irecord.org.uk/app
#INNSWeek
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You can get #INNSvolved by promoting the Be Plant Wise campaign!
Check out our #BePlantWise resources, which are free to download from our website:
invasivespeciesni.co.uk/.../…
#INNSWeek
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#BePlantWise this Invasive Species Week
Are you gardening this weekend?
Why not use this guide to gardening without harmful invasive plants.
Available for download from our website 👉 invasivespeciesni.co.uk/wp-c…
#INNSWeek
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The theme over the weekend is ‘Take part in an activity’’
Remember, you can get #INNSvolved by doing one of the 5 simple things to help #stop the spread of invasive species
To find out how you can get involved check out our website:
invasivespeciesni.co.uk/inva…
#INNSWeek
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Tomorrow’s theme is ‘‘Take Part!’’
Events taking place tomorrow for #INNSWeek 👇
To find out how you can get involved and sign up check out our website:
invasivespeciesni.co.uk/inva…
#INNSWeek
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Do you work in the exotic pet trade?
Check out our #BePetWise leaflet, which is free to download from our website:
invasivespeciesni.co.uk/what…
#INNSweek
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It’s #INNSWeek 2026!
Did you know, pets can suffer or harm native wildlife if they escape or are released into the wild.
The new Don't let them loose campaign provides tips for pet owners on protecting the welfare of pets and wildlife.
Learn more👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv…
Do you own an exotic pet, or thinking of buying one? 🐢 🕷️ 🦝
Follow these tips to be a #PetWISE owner.
Find out more 👉 invasivespeciesni.co.uk/what…
#INNSWeek
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Do you work in the pet industry? 🐢 🕷️ 🦝
Follow these tips to be a #PetWISE trader and help #stopthespread of invasive species 🛑
Find out more 👉 invasivespeciesni.co.uk/what…
#INNSWeek
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Another informative video produced by the NBDC 🎬
Showing us how to #BePetWise 🐢
youtube.com/watch?v=R4j5Se6r…
#INNSWeek
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Watch this great video produced by @EASIN 🎬
Showing us just how damaging releasing a pet into the wild can be
#BePetWISE
Pet and aquatic ornamentals trade
#INNSWeek
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