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Conservationists Warn: Invasive Species Threaten Protected Sites

5/12/2025

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A new mapping initiative in England and Wales uncovers alarming numbers of invasive species, like Giant Hogweed and American mink, jeopardizing protected nature sites. Conservationists are sounding the alarm over dwindling funds and looming job cuts at Defra, stressing that urgent government intervention and resources are crucial to combat this escalating threat.

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A new mapping initiative in England and Wales uncovers alarming numbers of invasive species, like Giant Hogweed and American mink, jeopardizing protected nature sites. Conservationists are sounding the alarm over dwindling funds and looming job cuts at Defra, stressing that urgent government intervention and resources are crucial to combat this escalating threat.