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Provides access to all site resources, with the option to search by species common and scientific names. Resources can be filtered by Subject, Resource Type, Location, or Source. Search Help
The Invasive Species Compendium (ISC) is an encyclopaedic resource that brings together a wide range of different types of science-based information to support decision-making in invasive species management worldwide. It comprises detailed datasheets that have been written by experts, edited by an independent scientific organization, peer reviewed, and enhanced with data from specialist organizations, images, and maps, a bibliographic database and full text articles. New datasheets and data sets continue to be added, datasheets are reviewed and updated, and scientific literature added on a weekly basis. The ISC has been resourced by a diverse international Consortium of Government departments, Non-governmental organizations and private companies. The database is a living compendium and will grow over time. See also: New Invasive Species Database: Supports Food Security and Public Health (USAID Blog, Jul 11, 2011)
Invasive Species Council of British Columbia (Canada).
Watch our recorded webinars at your convenience. Each webinar lasts up to one hour and features guest subject matter experts and ISCBC staff. Visit events to register for live webinars, usually held monthly. Accredited webinars are offered through the Learning Centre.
This article highlights the role of data in responding to the Asian giant hornet and describes how officials at the Washington State Department of Agriculture employed 'citizen scientists' and ‘cooperators’ to locate and eradicate a nest of deadly Asian giant hornets in their state. See also: Western Governors' Association Launches Invasive Species Data Mobilization Campaign (Dec 18, 2020)
This database was designed to direct users to invasive species experts. The public portion of the database will guide you to a state contact who acts as a filter for information and identifications.