The Township of Wentworth is committed to preserving its natural spaces. Find out what the township is doing, and how you, too, can help.
An aquatic invasive species is a plant, animal or micro-organism (virus or bacterium) introduced outside its natural range, whose establishment or spread poses a threat to the environment, the economy or society. And the repercussions are considerable
Identification Booklet of Freshwater Invasive Species in Quebec
Photo credit : L. M. Campbell Saint Mary’s University
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To learn more about invasive exotic species and discover the five key steps to protect your lake, watch this informative video produced by Environment Québec.
Discover the main invasive alien species.
Identification booklet of invasive alien species
This invasive exotic species spreads rapidly through an extensive network of rhizomes (underground stems). Even small fragments of rhizomes can create new plants. It harms biodiversity by forming dense colonies that hinder the growth of other species. It also promotes bank erosion.
Report its presence using the Sentinelle tool
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It’s not unusual to see turtles leave the relative safety of wetlands to travel on land. During their active season, from May to October, turtles are on the move to search for food, find a new habitat, look for a mate, or lay eggs. Unfortunately, traveling on land and crossing roads has its share of risk for turtles because it makes them vulnerable to collisions or disturbance.
Be on the lookout especially in June! Female turtles travel more frequently to find a good spot to lay their eggs. You might see them digging on road shoulders made of sand or gravel, a behavior that often costs them their lives.
This is why the Carapace team needs your help. If you spot a turtle in Quebec, let us know by filling out the form on this website.
Source : Carapace
Every spring, the Municipality of the Township of Wentworth takes part in the Dandelion Challenge by delaying the mowing of its municipal grounds, thus allowing bees to benefit from the nectar and pollen of the dandelions naturally present in our lawns.
We also encourage all residents to take part in this challenge.
The Township of Wentworth is proud to present its W.I.L.D policy, which stands for Investing in Legacy Development.
Aware of the pressure of real estate development all around us, the Municipal Council wishes to preserve our rural community and its natural wonders. With this in mind, at its regular meeting held on June 7, 2021, the Council unanimously adopted an environmental policy aimed at preserving vast tracts of land.
Discover the W.I.L.D policy
In winter 2022, at the Gala de la conservation, the Township of Wentworth was awarded the Innovation prize for its project.
We also invite you to visit the Wild Trust website.