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List of invasive alien species of Union concern

The list of Union concern entered into force on August 3rd 2016. It has been updated on August 2nd 2017, August 15th 2019, February 2nd 2019 (raccoon dog) and May 20th 2022. Since these species are classified as invasive alien species throughout the EU, their importation, cultivation, sales and other possession or release into the environment are prohibited.

Flora

Aquatic plants

Alga

Birds

Fish

Mammals

Amphibians

Reptiles

  • Red-eared slider [Yellow-bellied slider] [Cumberland slider] (Trachemys scripta Schoepff, 1792) (3.8.2016).
  • Kingsnake (Lampropeltis getula) (2.8.2022)

Creyfishes and crabs

Insects

Other invertebrates