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  • EU bochures on IAS of Union concern

    Updated technical brochures are now available at the EU Publication Office

    The first EU technical brochure describes the 66 species currently listed as invasive alien species of Union concern, offering concise and clear summaries of their origin, distribution in the EU, threats posed to native biodiversity, and applicable restrictions and obligations which can help to mitigate their negative impacts. In addition, three other brochures are available on how to identify IAS of Union concern in the field and at customs controls, and one which guides towards the use of CBD categories pathways.

    For more information:

    Invasive alien species of Union concern - brochure

    https://op.europa.eu/s/ouvO

    Identification of invasive alien species of Union concern in the field

    https://op.europa.eu/s/ouvP

    Identification of invasive alien species of Union concern during customs controls

    https://op.europa.eu/s/ouvR

    Guidance for interpretation of the CBD categories of pathways for the introduction of invasive alien species

    https://op.europa.eu/s/ouvS