Articles about invasive species

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Coypu (Myocastor coypus) close-up in vegetation

Coypu in French wetlands: the 2026 national control campaign explained

Listed as an invasive alien species, the coypu (Myocastor coypus) burrows into riverbanks, eats crops and costs local authorities millions. Overview of the 2026 control campaign.

Published on July 26, 2026 · 6 min read
Top view of an adult brown marmorated stink bug, marbled brown body and characteristic pale bands on the antennae

Brown marmorated stink bug: the silent 2026 summer invasion in France

Halyomorpha halys is spreading fast in France in 2026. How to identify the brown marmorated stink bug, limit garden damage and stop the autumn invasion of homes.

Published on July 19, 2026 · 9 min read
Close-up of an adult Japanese beetle, metallic green body with tufts of white hairs on the abdomen

Japanese beetle in Côte-d'Or: what to know after the July 2026 detection

A Popillia japonica caught in Pont (Côte-d'Or) on 7 July 2026: EU priority quarantine status, host plants, damage, how to report sightings and prevention tips.

Published on July 18, 2026 · 8 min read
Close-up of a brown-orange fire ant, similar to the invasive electric ant

Electric ant: the little fire ant is spreading in France — how to recognise and report it

Found in the Var since 2022 and confirmed in Cavalaire-sur-Mer in 2026, the electric ant (Wasmannia auropunctata) is raising concern. How to identify this little fire ant, gauge the danger of its sting and report it effectively.

Published on July 10, 2026 · 3 min read

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