Catfish noodling in the Thames?
Increasing evidence suggests flathead catfish have become established in southwestern Ontario's Thames River.
2023 fishing regs released
The new 2023 Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary is now available as a downloadable PDF online and regs come into effect Jan. 1, 2023.
Hemlock bug spreading
An invasive insect that attacks and kills hemlock trees is expanding its range in Ontario. Suspected cases should be reported.
Gathering for Great Lakes Day
OFAH visited Parliament Hill to communicate the importance of the Great Lakes to federal politicians during a Great Lakes Day gathering.
Jumping worms threaten Ontario forests
Invasive species experts are sounding alarms with the arrival of an earthworm that could menace Ontario’s forests.
Public help sought for wild pigs
The Invading Species Awareness Program (ISAP) is asking the public to join the effort to detect wild pigs throughout the province.
Why wild pigs should NOT be hunted in Ontario
Prohibiting the hunting of wild pigs may seem counterintuitive, but it's an important step in the effort to tackle this threat.
Genetic mussel solution examined
Two separate initiatives are examining methods of genetic control, which would target a specific invasive mussel species.
Invasive caterpillars booming
Invasive caterpillars have ravaged trees across the province, but experts with the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) Invading Species Awareness Program (ISAP) say healthy trees will survive by growing a second wave of leaves.