1.2K views · 50 reactions | Invasive phragmites or common reed outcompetes native wetland plants, and is a serious threat to biodiversity. Its seeds are easily wind-dispersed, thereby allowing common reed to further invade other habitats. Learn more: https://fal.cn/3w9PO | Nature Conservancy of Canada / Conservation de la nature Canada | Facebook

Why and how do we treat invasive species in wetlands? 💡 🌱 A major invasive found in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP) wetlands is phragmites—one of the most prominent wetland invasive species in Northeast Ohio. ❌ Left untreated, invasive species will take over wetlands by draining most of the water and outcompeting native wetland plants. 🐸 Treating these invasive species also improves habitat, which can increase wildlife in the area. 🤝 This 600-acre wetland project in the Lower Cuyaho

Invasive species like Phragmites threaten native species, degrade water quality, and disrupt local ecosystems. Our Sustainable Development Student Assistants and Kikandaaswiwin Mookiisin STEAM students are gaining hands-on experience eradicating this invasive species alongside “Phrag Fighters” of the Phragmites Working Group! 💪🏽 🌱 Protecting biodiversity on campus and within our community is a top priority at Canadore! Learn how to help protect our ecosystems by visiting www.opwg.ca 🌳 🐢 🌾