09/05/2024
๐ฟ๐จ**PEST ALERT** ๐จ๐ฟ
New Invasive Species: Hydrilla Found in Ontario
For the first time, the invasive aquatic plant Hydrilla has been detected in Canada at the West Cell of Hillman Marsh Conservation Area in Leamington, Ontario.
Hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata) can grow up to 2.5 cm per day and reach lengths of 7.5 meters! This fast-growing plant chokes out native species, clogs water intake pipes, jams boat motors, and hinders recreational activities like swimming and paddling. Hydrilla is a prohibited invasive species under Ontarioโs Invasive Species Act (2015).
For more information on how to report and prevent invasive species please visit the Invasive Species Centre website:
https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/