There are many resources that can be helpful to identify invasive species, here are a few of our go to guides.
The way species are categorized varies between jurisdictions, federally, provincially and within each Regional Invasive Species Organization. To see CSISS’ Priority Species head to our Invasive Species List Page.
Terrestrial
- Field Guide to: Noxious Weeds and other selected Invasive Plants of British Columbia
- Invasive Plants of the Crown of the Continent
- Invasive Plants of the Thompson Nicola Regional District
Aquatic
- Aquatic Invasive Species Threatening the Crown of the Continent
- An Identification Guide to Prohibited Aquatic Invasive Species in British Columbia
- Field Guide to Aquatic Invasives Species for British Columbia
Apps
Identify and report invasive species from your phone!
Seek is a free app that allows citizen scientists to support biodiversity research by recording and sharing their observations. Every report helps scientists monitor and protect Canada’s biodiversity from threats like invasive species.
Use the BC Government’s free invasive species reporting app, Report Invasives, to assist with species identification and help protect local ecosystems. Every report is added to the provincial database, which is used to track infestations, monitor new invaders, and manage established invasive species sites.
The WeedsBMP app is a management tool developed for livestock and forage producers in BC to help identify and manage invasive plants, minimizing their impact on operations. It includes identification and management information for 95 invasive species, searchable by common name, scientific name, or flower color. Plants are grouped into two categories: grasses, sedges, and rushes; and broadleaf plants. Each species profile provides detailed information on identification, habitat, ecology, impacts, and management options. The app also features a directory of provincial and regional invasive plant contacts across BC.
Other Resources and Communications Materials
CSISS uses a number of resources to help people reduce the spread of invasive species. These resources are available at the Invasive Species Council of British Columbia’s website.
- CSISS Aquatic Brochure
- CSISS Terrestrial Brochure
- CSISS Zebra/Quagga Mussel Rack Card
- Aquatic Wallet Card
- Aquatic Best Management Practices
- Paddler Rack Card
- Angler Rack Card
- Zebra Quagga Mussel Impacts photo sheet
- CSISS Top Priority Invasives Poster
- PlantWise Grow Me Instead Wallet Card
- PlantWise Grow Me Instead Snapshot
- PlantWise Grow Me Instead Booklet
- Play Clean Go Biker Insert
- Play Clean Go Hiker Insert
- Don’t Let It Loose Rack Card
- Forestry Best Management Practices booklet
- Roads Best Management Practices booklet
- Parks Best Management Practices booklet