What invasive plants are there in your region?(FOEN)
The set of invasive alien plants shows the maps of the potential areas of 56 alien plants species present in Switzerland as well as some invasive species present in neighboring countries with the potential to reach Switzerland.
Increasing globalisation implies an increase in trade, transport and travel, causing organisms to move beyond their natural boundaries. The consequence is an unprecedented homogenisation of biodiversity.
Alien species are species that have been intentionally or unintentionally introduced by humans outside their natural range. Invasive alien species can displace native species, cause human health problems and lead to economic losses.
The maps are the result of model-based tool to anticipate the spread of invasive alien plants listed on the Swiss Black and Watch list. The model is using occurrence data from GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility), current climate data from Worldclim(1 km resolution) and occurrence data from InfoFlora combined with climate data from the WSL (100 m resolution).The maps with 100 m resolution utilize additional necessary variables including landuse and geology.
Further information: www.neophyt.ch
Link to the map: map.geo.admin.ch