The importance of the database

Currently invasive species records are not centrally maintained.

In response to this, the National Biodiversity Data Centre has established a National Invasive Species Database that will provide centralised up-to-date information on the distribution of invasive species in Ireland. This database will play a key role in recording, monitoring and surveillance programs.

Once a valid biological record is received it will be publically displayed on the National Biodiversity Data Centre’s web GIS mapping system. For every additional record that is submitted, a clearer picture of the status of that invasive species in Ireland is generated. Display of such data against the backdrop of additional GIS layers will greatly enhance the information available to those involved in combating the threat of invasive species in Ireland.

Click  to download and print an infomation sheet on the National Invasive Species Database