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Report on the Dirty Dozen non-native invasive species in Co. Tipperary Report compiled by Colette O'Flynn, National Biodiverstiy Data Centre For further information contact: info@biodiversityireland.ie The National Biodiversity Data Centre established the National Invasive Species Database in 2008 to provide up to date distribution information on invasive species in Ireland. Emerging invasive species policy at the European and national level and amendments to national legislation are expected to result in enhanced responsibilities for state bodies, traders and individuals. The report provides detailed information, including distribution maps and species profiles, for the top twelve invasive species in Tipperary. This includes not only species that already occur within Tipperary, but also potential invaders. Invasive species are a serious threat and up to date information on their distribution and potential for spread into new sites is vital to support a strategic response to mitigate further spread, establishment and impact. The report is based on data extracted from the National Invasive Species Database which currently contains information on 90 invasive species. All of this data is freely available through the Centre’s data portal, Biodiversity Maps: | ||||
