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Dec 15, 2020
Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research (New Zealand).
A new project, "Managing Invasive Species for Climate Change Adaptation in the Pacific", is underway to allow Pacific Island Countries and Territories (PICTs) to take stronger action against invasive species and thereby build resilience to climate change. Invasive species make ecosystems and communities more vulnerable to natural disasters and the impacts of climate change. They increase erosion, reduce food and fish production, and pose critical threats to ecosystem services and human health. Invasive species will become more widespread as disturbances, carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, and temperatures all increase under climate change.

Ontario Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (Canada).
As of January 1, 2022, 13 additional invasive species (marked as new) as well as watercraft and watercraft equipment as carriers are regulated under the Invasive Species Act to help to prevent the introduction and spread within our province. These new invasive species include terrestrial and aquatic plants, fishes, aquatic invertebrates, insects and a mammal.

Nov 21, 2020
Government of Manitoba.
In celebration of World Fisheries Day, the Manitoba government has launched a new, interactive website called Lake Information for Anglers, Agriculture and Resource Development Minister Blaine Pedersen announced today. The new, interactive website provides valuable information in an easily accessible format to assist anglers in planning their next fishing trip. The site is home to information about fishing divisions, lake contour maps, fisheries assessment summaries, aquatic invasive species and boat launches for numerous drive-to lakes in Manitoba. The new Lake Information for Anglers website can be seen at www.manitobafisheries.com.

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World Organisation for Animal Health.
See also: Manual of Diagnostic Tests and Vaccines for Terrestrial Animals for more diseases

New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries. Biosecurity New Zealand; National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research.
Find information on marine pests in New Zealand waters. Search collated national data and read about research and management of marine pests.

National System for the Prevention and Management of Marine Pest Incursions (Australia).

Mar 2, 2022
Institut de Ciències del Mar; University of Barcelona (Spain).
A new study led by the Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC) and the University of Barcelona (UB) has revealed that marine plastic pollution could contribute to the introduction and transport of non-native species that attach to these particles of anthropogenic origin.

Sep 4, 2023
Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES).
A new scientific report, Summary for Policymakers of the Thematic Assessment Report on Invasive Alien Species and their Control of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, offers the most exhaustive look yet at how nonnative plants and animals can drive extinctions, disrupt food systems and harm human health. The report was compiled by 86 experts from 49 countries, who drew on thousands of scientific studies and contributions from Indigenous people and local communities. Key points:
- Invasive Alien Species Pose Major Global Threats to Nature, Economies, Food Security and Human Health
- Key Role in 60% of Global Plant & Animal Extinctions
- Annual Costs Now >$423 Billion – Have Quadrupled Every Decade Since 1970
- Report Provides Evidence, Tools & Options to Help Governments Achieve Ambitious New Global Goal on Invasive Alien Species