Invasive Species Week

Official feed for the GB Invasive Species Week

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

It’s #INNSweek 2026!

Invasive non-native species (plants and animals) harm:
🌍wildlife and the environment
💷the economy
👥our health and the way we live

They are introduced by people, often accidentally.

Find out how you can help👇 https://t.co/h8N5WmPPPZ

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Please look out for #Yellowleggedhornet as this pest can cause significant losses to bee colonies and other native insects. If you think you’ve seen one in your area, please report it. See the information on how to identify them and report sightings at: https://t.co/HgxMUkHO5B

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

What can YOU do to help to protect bees from Yellow-legged hornets in the UK?
See it. Snap It. Send it.
Please help by staying alert and reporting any sightings of Yellow-legged hornets in your area, so APHA’s NBU can take action.
Find out more:
https://t.co/HgxMUkHO5B

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

It’s #INNSWeek 2026!

Did you know, pets can suffer or harm native wildlife if they escape or are released into the wild.

The new Don't let them loose campaign provides tips for pet owners on protecting the welfare of pets and wildlife.

Learn more👇 https://t.co/h8N5WmPPPZ

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

APHA’s Emma Brand explains how APHA is protecting the United Kingdom by uncovering illegal online invasive species sales to defend our wildlife before damage takes hold.

👉Find out more: https://t.co/yAyw9Gjj9l

#APHAscience #INNSweek

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

It’s #INNSWeek 2026!

Did you know that some plants can become #invasivespecies that harm the environment if they escape beyond your garden?

Follow our #BePlantWise tips to help prevent their spread.

Learn more👇 https://t.co/h8N5WmPPPZ
#INNS

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

It’s #INNSWeek 2026!

Invasive aquatic species can block waterways and harm wildlife.

Help protect the environment and activities you enjoy 🎣⛵️🚣🛶

After you leave the water, remember to:
🔎Check
🚿Clean
☀️Dry

Learn more 👇 https://t.co/h8N5WmPPPZ

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

Local Action Groups across Britain are working to protect their local environment by tackling invasive non-native species.

If you enjoy spending time outdoors, why not join them?

Find out more 👇 https://t.co/h8N5WmPPPZ #Invasivespecies #INNS #INNSweek

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

It’s #INNSweek 2026!

This week we're sharing tips on how everyone can help reduce the impacts of invasive non-native species.

If you enjoy being outdoors, why not:
📸look out for and record sightings
✅join a Local Action Group

Find out more👇 https://t.co/h8N5WmPi0r

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

See you next week for Invasive Species Week! #INNSweek https://t.co/h8N5WmPi0r

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

#BePlantWise to protect the environment! Choose a wildlife friendly plant from our guide to gardening without #invasiveplants developed with @Plant_Alert

Colchicum autumnale is a UK native and @The_RHS Plants for Pollinators

Learn more https://t.co/6pwuJRrjYX

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

Are you a plant retailer?

Order your free #BePlantWise kit today from https://t.co/6pwuJRqM9p to help you #StopTheSpread of #InvasiveSpecies and educate your customers on how they can do this too

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

#InvasivePlants like Himalayan balsam can:
- cause devastating environmental impacts
- be extremely costly to control
- interfere with our health and way of life

#BePlantWise to prevent their spread https://t.co/6pwuJRrjYX

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

Less than two weeks to go until Invasive Species Week 2026!

It's not too late to get involved, find out more at #INNSweek https://t.co/h8N5WmPPPZ

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#BePlantWise to protect the environment! Choose a wildlife friendly plant from our guide to gardening without #invasiveplants developed with @Plant_Alert

Orlaya grandiflora provides shelter for wildlife🌿

Find out more https://t.co/6pwuJRrjYX

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

Are you a plant retailer?

Order your free #BePlantWise kit today from https://t.co/6pwuJRqM9p to help you #StopTheSpread of #InvasiveSpecies and educate your customers on how they can do this too

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

#InvasivePlants like Rhododendron can:
- cause devastating environmental impacts
- be extremely costly to control
- interfere with our health and way of life
https://t.co/6pwuJRqM9p

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

#BePlantWise! Choose a wildlife friendly plant from our guide to gardening without #invasiveplantsdeveloped with @Plant_Alert

Achillea millefolium is one of @The_RHSPlants for Pollinators 🐝🌿

Find a free guide and other #gardeningtips at https://t.co/6pwuJRrjYX

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

Are you a plant retailer?

Order your free #BePlantWise kit today from https://t.co/6pwuJRrjYX to help you #StopTheSpread of #InvasiveSpecies and educate your customers on how they can do this too

[Invasive Species Week @InvasiveSp]

#InvasivePlants like Japanese knotweed can:
- cause devastating environmental impacts
- be extremely costly to control
- interfere with our health and way of life

#BePlantWise to prevent their spread https://t.co/6pwuJRrjYX