City of Richmond
May is here, and with it comes Invasive Species Action Month—an annual opportunity for the City of Richmond to raise awareness about the impacts of invasive species in the community and all over British Columbia. Invasive species are plants and animals that have been introduced to the local environment and, once established, pose significant and negative ecological, social and economic impacts.
Richmond’s Invasive Species Action Plan identifies eight priority invasive species, including knotweed, giant hogweed, parrots feather, fire ants, common reed, European chafer beetle, Japanese beetle and scotch broom because of their risk to health and safety, infrastructure and the environment. Throughout May, a series of weekly social media posts will promote Invasive Species Action Month by showcasing these species, highlighting City and provincial programs, and recognizing local stewardship initiatives in Richmond. …