King Township has a number of invasive plants and pests that threaten our natural environment. Explore this page to learn more about ways to help, and what the King is doing.
How You Can Help
Take the Invasive Species Survey
Click here to take the King Township Invasive Species Survey.
Report Invasive Species
The Invading Species Hotline serves as a valuable resource for the public, especially during times of increased public concern. Members of the public are able to call and speak with an invasive species expert to report a sighting or to inquire about invasive species information. Contact the Invading Species Hotline 1-800-563-7711 or utilize EDDMapS. EDDMapS is a fast and easy way to map invasive species without any technical expertise. Users simply take a picture with their mobile device and report from where they are standing. Visit www.EDDMapS.org to register and report your sighting.
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Residents can help map the distribution of invasive species present throughout the municipality. Sightings of terrestrial invasive plants growing within King Township can be mapped using King Mapping Software. By reporting sightings staff can identify what plants are present within King, the location of the species, control methods and the severity of the infestation. Mapping the distribution of invasive species will help Township staff monitor and mitigate the spread of invasive plants throughout the municipality. Mapping the distribution of terrestrial invasive plant species can be conducted on all property types including municipal lands, conservation lands, natural areas, green spaces and residential properties.
Disposal of Terrestrial Invasive Plant Species
Tips for disposing of terrestrial invasive plant species:
- Ensure you where proper protective equipment.
- Know what you are removing and ensure you are implementing best management practises for removal.
- Do Not put in the compost, these items are garbage.
- All invasive plant materials should be placed in black plastic bags. Seal tightly and leave them in direct sunlight for at least one week.
- Pulled plants which have flowered are still able to produce seeds, so plant pieces should be removed from the site and sent to the landfill to avoid further spread.
Learning Resources
Access the following resource links below to learn more about invasive species and how you can help to prevent the spread.
Grow Me Instead- Southern Ontario
ontario.ca/page/invasive-species-ontario
trca.ca/conservation/environmental-monitoring/invasive-species/