Recording impacts of invasive species through citizen science

Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus)

Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus)  ©GBNNSS

Invasive non-native species

How can we better understand invasive species impacts?

Globally and in Wales, the number of invasive species continue to increase and they are one of the main drivers of the nature crisis. To deal with this issue effectively we need to better understand the impact of different invasive species, such as on native species.

The aim of this project is to test if citizen scientists could be successfully used for recording the impacts of invasive plants. Anyone in England, Scotland or Wales can participate in this project. 

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This research project is being conducted at Coventry University in collaboration with the North Wales Wildlife Trust and funded by the Natural Environmental Research Council.