Invasives

Raccoon

The raccoon (Procyon lotor) is an invasive alien species originating from North America. It was introduced into Europe primarily for fur farming and gradually established stable wild populations. Biology and…

Raccoon Dog

The raccoon dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides) is an invasive carnivore originating from East Asia. It was introduced into Europe for fur farming and subsequently spread into the wild, where it has…

American Mink

A semi‑aquatic carnivore originating from North America. It poses a threat to ground‑nesting waterbirds and is capable of destroying entire colonies of gull‑like species. Colonies of the Common Tern along…

Nutria

The nutria, also known as the biberrat or coypu, is a large rodent native to South America, specifically the areas around Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, and Chile.