Carnivorous flatworms and colonizing plants are spreading in French gardens.
Imported from South America, they are causing major ecological damage.
Some kill biodiversity, others are wiping out earthworms — key players in soil health. In France, residents, scientists and local officials are fighting back.
Watch our latest #DownToEarth episode on @France24_en to understand the hidden threat in your backyard.
See more from Down To Earth here : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCUKIeZnrIUmZ21yrevTYG-iT-mW4XiP2
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