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Aquatic Invasive Species

Aquatic Invasive Species

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Prevention is the most effective method of dealing with Aquatic Invasive Species. For more information visit the following links.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Aquatic Invasive Species: European Green Crab in Newfoundland Waters

Stop the spread of aquatic invasive species: How you can help stop these harmful invaders

Invasive Tunicate Control Measures

Invasion of the Sea Squirts

AIS Research - St. Andrews Biological Station

A Canadian Action Plan to Address the Threat of Aquatic Invasive Species

National Code on Introductions and Transfers of Aquatic Organisms

Identification Guides

AIS Identification Booklet

Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Guide

Field Guide to Aquatic Invasive Species

Environment Canada

Invasive Alien Species in Canada

Stop the Spread of AIS in PEI Waters

An Invasive Alien Species Strategy for Canada

Provincial Governments

Stop the spread of aquatic invasive species
Government of PEI

Help STOP the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species - Boaters Checklist
Government of Nova Scotia

2007 Seafood Industry Year in Review
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Other Sites

Invasive Species in Canada
Government of Canada Portal

Invasive Species Alliance of Nova Scotia

Stop the Spread of Aquatic Intruders
PEI Aquaculture Alliance

Canadian Aquatic Invasive Species Network

Northeast Aquatic Nuisance Species Panel

Newfoundland Aquaculture Industry Association

Communications / Media

Hungry Alien: The invasion of Europe’s green crabs CBC News