Government field staff

Invasive non-native species (INNS) can be easily transferred between sites around on clothing, footwear, vehicles and equipment. Those working in the field have a responsibility to minimise their risk of spreading INNS. Use these materials to learn more or teach others about non-native species, how to identify them, and how to prevent their spread:

E-learning

Take the e-learning to learn about non-native species. Available modules include:

  • an introduction to non-native species
  • identification and recording
  • identification of key freshwater plants
  • identification of key freshwater invertebrates
  • identification of key riparian plants
  • biosecurity
Identification and recording

Find out more about non-native species using the Non-native Species Information Portal

Find out how to identify more species by downloading Identification Guides which can be carried with you when working in the field

Scottish Natural Heritage have developed a booklet: Invasive non-native plants associated with fresh waters - a guide to their identification

Biosecurity

Guidance on practising biosecurity in the field

Download a leaflet with guidance on aquatic biosecurity

Visit the Check Clean Dry pages for more information on aquatic biosecurity

Management

Control methods for non-native aquatic and riparian plants

Safe disposal of waste plant material

Health and safety

Legislation

Scotland

England and Wales

Further training and advice

Find links to training courses and experts

View our recommended reading list

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