Michelle York+FollowGiant Lizard Spotted in Cali Park?!Imagine hiking and running into a 5-foot lizard! That’s what happened at Joseph D. Grant County Park near San José when hikers spotted an Argentine tegu—an invasive species that’s not supposed to be here. Rangers are on the lookout and want everyone to steer clear if they see it (no DIY animal control, please). These guys can mess up local wildlife big time by eating eggs and hatchlings. Wild, right? Would you freak out or snap a pic? #InvasiveSpecies #WildlifeAlert #CaliforniaParks #Science00Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowAggressive Hornets Spotted in the UK!Rare yellow-legged Asian hornets have just been spotted in County Durham, and experts are freaking out. These guys are super aggressive and have already taken over France with over 500,000 nests! The big worry? They’re a major threat to honeybees and other pollinators, which could mess up the whole ecosystem. Officials are setting traps and want everyone to keep an eye out—but don’t get too close if you see one! Would you report a sighting or run the other way? #InvasiveSpecies #AsianHornet #EcoAlert #Science00Share
davisjames+FollowParakeets Are Taking Over the UK?!Did you know those bright green parakeets flying around the UK aren’t just cute—they’re actually an invasive species? Their numbers have exploded by over 2,000% since the '90s, and now conservationists are worried they’re pushing out native birds and could even threaten crops next. Some wild theories say Jimi Hendrix started it all! Officials are now looking at humane ways to control the parakeet takeover. Would you try to stop them or let nature do its thing? #ParakeetTakeover #InvasiveSpecies #UKWildlife #Pets910Share
Tanya Jackson+FollowDeadly Needle Ants in Arkansas?!Just when you thought fire ants were bad, meet the Asian needle ant—now spotted in Arkansas! These tiny, brown-black ants pack a sting that can trigger severe allergic reactions, even anaphylaxis. They love hiding in mulch, leaf litter, and under rocks. Experts say prevention is key, so keep an eye out and call pest control if you spot them. If you get stung, wash up and watch for allergic symptoms. These ants are less aggressive than fire ants, but their sting is no joke! #ArkansasNews #InvasiveSpecies #NeedleAnt #Pets00Share
Tamara Jones+FollowTermite Hybrid Swarms Are Taking Over!Florida’s got a wild new problem: two invasive termite species are hooking up and creating super-destructive hybrids. Scientists have confirmed these hybrid swarms every year since 2021, and they’re worried it won’t stay just a Florida thing. These bugs form massive colonies, wreck buildings, and could spread fast. Plus, they mess with the ecosystem and even pump out planet-warming gases. Scientists are scrambling to study them, but for now, it’s a termite takeover! #InvasiveSpecies #FloridaNews #EcoAlert #Science10Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowInvasive Plant vs. Microplastics?!Turns out, the super-annoying water hyacinth (yep, the one that takes over lakes) might actually help clean up microplastics! Scientists found these plants trap plastic bits on their roots without getting hurt. They even filter out some nasties before nutrients reach their leaves. Sure, they spread like crazy, but maybe we can use that to our advantage—imagine fighting pollution with a plant everyone wants gone anyway. Would you support using invasive species for good? #ScienceNews #Microplastics #NatureBasedSolutions #EcoFriendly #InvasiveSpecies #Science40Share
Zachary Gutierrez+FollowDeadly Fungus Threatens Oak Trees!Did you know pruning your oak trees right now could actually kill them? Experts are warning that a sneaky fungus called oak wilt is spreading fast in Ontario (and beyond!), wiping out red oaks in just weeks. Beetles carry the fungus to fresh wounds, so if you have oaks, skip the pruning until November and seal any cuts ASAP. Losing these trees would be a disaster for our neighborhoods and forests. Keep an eye out for wilting, bronzed leaves, or a weird fruity smell! #OakWilt #TreeCare #InvasiveSpecies #Science10Share
Jenna Stark+FollowPotato Swap: Daylily Tubers?!Who knew those pretty daylilies in your yard are actually edible—and taste just like potatoes when fried up? A couple of foragers on TikTok just blew my mind by digging up daylily tubers, frying them in deer tallow, and making a crispy, golden snack. Bonus: harvesting these invasive flowers actually helps local ecosystems! Who else is tempted to try this wild food hack? #foraging #wildfood #invasivespecies #Home11Share
Daniel Barajas+FollowWould You Eat an Iguana?Apparently, hunting and eating iguanas is the latest Florida trend—yep, you read that right! Former reality TV star Dave Canterbury is all in, joining locals to tackle the invasive green iguana problem. These critters are everywhere, wrecking plants and even digging under sidewalks. The wild part? You don’t even need a permit to hunt them. Would you try iguana tacos if it helped save the ecosystem? #FloridaMan #InvasiveSpecies #EcoFriendly10Share
evanshaley+FollowTurning Weeds Into Jam?!Someone just tackled the invasive Japanese knotweed problem by literally eating it—yep, they made jam out of this stubborn plant! The taste? Surprisingly good, but the texture’s a work in progress (think: fibrous stalks). The internet’s divided—some say it looks gross, others are here for the eco-friendly snack hack. Would you try turning a garden nuisance into your next kitchen experiment? Honestly, it’s a wild way to fight back against invasive species and help your local ecosystem. Would you eat it or pass? #InvasiveSpecies #EcoHacks #FoodieAdventures #Home30Share
