Smallmouth Bass
FRESHWATER FISH Micropterus dolomieu | Other Names: Smallie, Brown Bass, Black Bass Description Smallmouth Bass have a robust, brown-green body with a white belly. They have dark vertical bars on
There are many good reasons to never let non-native plants or animals loose in Nova Scotia. It’s not just that they can suffer and die because they lack the ability to survive in the wild or our climate. They can also outcompete our native species for food and space. That causes threats for our native species, our ecosystems, and the activities we enjoy. But there are ways that you can help reduce that risk.
Whether it is a pet, fish, live bait, livestock, or a plant from your garden or aquarium, don’t let any non-native species loose in our wild spaces, intentionally or accidentally. Instead:
Wondering how you can safely dispose of invasive plants or properly rehome your pet? Visit Habitattitude or the SPCA for more information.
Join us as a Don’t Let it Loose program partner.
This awareness program is a unique collaboration between the Nova Scotia Invasive Species Council and Invasives Canada. It recognizes and promotes pet, pond, and aquarium stores that partner with us to help stop the spread of invasive plants, pets, and other animals.
As a Don’t Let It Loose retail partner, you will receive training and information on preventing invasive species from getting loose into the wild that you can share with staff and customers. We will also promote your store as a community leader in protecting our land and waters from these species.
Want to know more about the Don’t Let it Loose partner program and how participating can benefit your store? Email us for more information.
Located in Bedford
Locations in Yarmouth,
Clayton Park-Halifax, Tantallon, Timberlea
FRESHWATER FISH Micropterus dolomieu | Other Names: Smallie, Brown Bass, Black Bass Description Smallmouth Bass have a robust, brown-green body with a white belly. They have dark vertical bars on
VASCULAR PLANT Nymphoides peltata | Other Names: Fringed Water Lily, Water Fringe Description Yellow Floating Heart is a bottom-rooted, floating-leaved aquatic plant. Its leaves are round, heart or kidney-shaped, 3–15
