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Help us manage invasive species in Brisbane. Learn what plants and animals are invasive and how to report them.

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What are invasive species?

Invasive species are non-native plants or animals that have a negative impact on our environment, economy or society. 

They represent the biggest threat to our biodiversity after habitat loss.

If you see invasive plants and animals, you need to report the sighting to Council.

There are also certain invasive species that must be reported to Biosecurity Queensland within 24 hours.

Biosecurity in Brisbane

Council has developed a Biosecurity Plan in accordance with the Biosecurity Act 2014 and the Natural Assets Local Law 2003

Under the Biosecurity Act 2014, everyone must ensure their activities don’t spread pests, disease or contaminants to living things such as animals, fish or plants.  

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Pest animals

Types of invasive species

Other pest animals

Restricted and prohibited species

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Some prohibited and restricted species must be reported to Biosecurity Queensland.

Report invasive species

Report invasive animals and plants to Council using the relevant online form.

You can also call:

Report it: Feral animal sightings

You can report a feral animal sighting using the online form.

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Report it: Pest plants and weeds

Complete the form to report dangerous plants and harmful weeds.

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Report to Biosecurity Queensland

You can help eradicate these restricted and prohibited species by reporting any sightings to Biosecurity Queenslandopens in a new tab.

You must do this within 24 hours of the sighting.

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Certain species of invasive plants and animals are listed as prohibited or restricted matter under the Biosecurity Act 2014.

Learn more about prohibited and restricted species.