The curly-leaved waterweed (Lagarosiphon major) hasn’t been visible on the surface of Lough Corrib since about late June. However, that is not to say that this highly invasive weed has disappeared from the lake. In fact the weed enters its ‘collapsed’ phase around this time, when its extensive surface canopy collapses down on top of [...]
This CAISIE project update comes on the day the Central Fisheries Board and the seven Regional Fisheries Boards are re-structured into a single organisation now known as Inland Fisheries Ireland (Iascach Intíre Éireann).
Research & control of Lagarosiphon major
Research on approaches to controlling the Lagarosiphon weed in Lough Corrib and the efficacy of these measures is [...]
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A fun day was had by all at the Fisheries Awareness Week & International Biodiversity Day event held the Western Regional Fisheries Board Head Quarters in Galway City. The CAISIE team had a range of Aquatic Invasive’s on display and the team hosted a colouring & quiz competition on the day.
A [...]
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Biosecurity information presentation at the NCFFI junior angling competition, May 2010
Information and a demonstration was given by staff from the CAISIE team on biosecurity techniques and invasive species to all who attended the NCFFI Junior angling competition on Sat the 29th of May, 2010 at Ferns Lock, Kilcock. Turn out for the event was great [...]
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Ireland is home to more than a 100 alien animals and plants – and with the number rising there is currently no legislation to stop anyone importing such species.
To most people these alien species can look relatively innocent, even pretty, but their environmental and economic impact can be enormous. Worldwide, the [...]
CAISIE will be attending the 17th International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species in San Diego, USA 29th October to 2nd September 2010.
Two papers: ‘Control of Lagarosiphon major and Restoration of Indigenous Communities Using a Biodegradable Jute Matting to Exclude Light’ and ‘Understanding the Lifecycle and Morphology of the Invasive [...]
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Following the Junior Canals Championships 2010 on the 29th May 2010 at Ferns Lock, Royal Canal, Kilcock, Co. Kildare member of the CAISIE project team will conduct a practical demonstration on invasive species and what anglers can do to prevent their spread.
Dr. Stephanie Evers will demonstrate the cleaning of angling gear [...]
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CAISIE would like to invite you to celebrate the International Year of Biodiversity 2010. The control of aquatic invasive species in Ireland (CAISIE) is vital to preserving Ireland’s native eco-systems. We are inviting you to take part in Biodiversity day and Fisheries awareness week. Check out our aquarium of Invasive species, [...]
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