Dissemination of invasive species info across Northern Ireland. Species alerts etc. Northern Ireland Environment Agency resource. T.028 9081 6685
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Joined February 2015
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InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
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…
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
Invasive Species week update:
We've produced "A Diver's guide to identifying and recording 10 of Northern Ireland's marine invasive species." with @InvasNI
You'll find a link to the guide on the Dive NI website: dive-ni.org/wp-content/uploa…
Get recording on iRecord!
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
It’s #INNSWeek 2026!
Did you know that some plants can become #invasivespecies that harm the environment if they escape beyond your garden?
Follow our #BePlantWise tips to help prevent their spread.
Learn more👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv…
#INNS
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
It’s #INNSWeek 2026!
Invasive aquatic species can block waterways and harm wildlife.
Help protect the environment and activities you enjoy 🎣⛵️🚣🛶
After you leave the water, remember to:
🔎Check
🚿Clean
☀️Dry
Learn more 👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv…
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
🦟 #INNSWeek. Warmer temperatures speed up invasive mosquitoes cycle and extend their activity, creating favourable conditions for e.g. Aedes japonicus and A. koreicus. Monitoring projects like ALIEM VIGIL track their spread. 👉🔗 bit.ly/4vWhCiy 🔗bit.ly/4uHAAZa
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
It’s #INNSweek 2026!
This week we're sharing tips on how everyone can help reduce the impacts of invasive non-native species.
If you enjoy being outdoors, why not:
📸look out for and record sightings
✅join a Local Action Group
Find out more👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv…
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
It’s #INNSweek 2026!
Invasive non-native species (plants and animals) harm:
🌍wildlife and the environment
💷the economy
👥our health and the way we live
They are introduced by people, often accidentally.
Find out how you can help👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv…
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
Public urged to remain vigilant for sightings of Asian hornets as monitoring activity begins in Dundonald. More info: daera-ni.gov.uk/news/daera-u… @nidirect @InvasNI @BelfastLive @belfastcc @EnvironmentNI @BelTel @LouiseMCullen @cedarrecordsni @DiscoverCAFRE @AFBI_NI @AndrewMuirNI
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
🔍Ballynature Day this Saturday 🌲
A free nature event where you can hear about:
🐋The Irish whale and dolphin group
🐦Seabird monitoring around Rathlin and NI
🌊Progress on Lough Neagh and ongoing work
Plus crafts, storytelling and kids face painting! 🤡
@abcb_council
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
It's Firewood Month! 🔥
Help protect the trees and forests across B.C.
🪵Moving firewood spreads invasives that harm the environment and the economy.
👉 Do your part: #BuyLocalBurnLocal!
📌 bcinvasives.ca/play-your-par…
#Firewood #InvasiveSpecies #FirewoodMonth #Camping #Campfire
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
🎃If decorations are one of your #Halloween traditions plse remember:
🪁Paper lanterns can injure or even kill animals, causing much suffering & damage the environment
🕯️Candle-lit pumpkins: keep them out of paws’ reach to prevent any pets from burning their noses this
Halloween
ALT Image of a lantern and some animals reads: sky lanterns endanger animlals and wildlife (in yellow writing)
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
Don't forget, there are still spaces available for the Big Belfast Hills Balsam Bash next Wednesday at Ballysillan Park!
belfasthills.org/events/big-…
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
This #InsectWeek report any sightings of the Asian hornet using the Asian Hornet Watch App with a photograph
🔗brc.ac.uk/app/asian-hornet-w…
#StandTallForTheSmall
#LittleThingsThatRunTheWorld
#citizenscience
ALT Image of Asian hornet, and hand holding phone, reporting Asian hornet sighting using the Asian Hornet Watch App. Reads Use the app to report sightings of Asian hornets
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
Council's Coast & Countryside Unit develops, promotes and manages our iconic landscape in a responsible & sustainable manner
They have been working on a Himalyan Basalm pull at Whiterocks, which has been causing issues in the dune system
More content: 👉 bit.ly/4jWjOQQ
ALT Council's Causeway & Countryside team have been working with Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust on a Himalyan Basalm pull at Whiterocks in Portrush, where the plant has been causing issues in the dune system.
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
🌱Everyone in NI benefits from our exceptionally high quality plant health status.
🗣️This @ippcnews #PlantHealthDay help keep it that way! Don’t unwittingly bring health pests & diseases back to Northern Ireland.
👉Any queries ask DAERA Plant Health.
📩[email protected]
ALT reads 'if in doubt... leave it out!'
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
This #InvasiveSpeciesWeek as we spotlight the hidden threats invading our local waterways, including Japanese knotweed, Himalayan balsam, and giant hogweed.
These species are spreading fast, but with your help, we can fight back.
Read more: loom.ly/rOF5OzY
#INNSweek
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
Working together to protect our natural environment.🌿
Deputy First Minister @Huw4Ogmore was proud to kick off #InvasiveSpeciesWeek 2025 alongside other ministers at the recent British Irish Council meeting.
📸: @BICSecretariat
nonnativespecies.org/about/n…
#INNSWeek
@InvasiveSp
ALT Seven people standing in front of a building holding a large banner that says 'Invasive Species Week' on it.
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
It’s #INNSweek 2025!
Organisations across #Guernsey #Ireland #IsleOfMan #Jersey and #UK are working together to raise awareness of:
- invasive non-native species🦞🌱🦝
- their impacts
- how you can help
Learn more 👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv… #INNSweek
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
The @InvasNI have a very important message for anglers today at the North West Angling Fair at Melvin Sports Complex in Strabane.
It's on today until 5pm, and again tomorrow from 10am-5pm. Get along and enjoy a packed programme of talks, clinics and demonstrations.
@daera_ni – at Ballymagorry, Northern Ireland
InvasivespeciesNI retweeted
Closing Fri!📢Nature Recovery Challenge Fund
🟢Councils & voluntary orgs apply now!
🟢Focus:Nature Recovery such as Nature Recovery Networks, Species Recovery Networks & 30x30 Projects
🗓️Closes 7 Mar
🔗daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/nat… @nidirect @EnvironmentNI @OutmoreNI @NI_LGA @ClimateNI
ALT Photo of an ASSI in Northern Ireland reads 'Text reads 'nature recovery challenge fund competition open for applications until 7th march 2025'