However, a more significant concern applies to invasive mammal species like the American mink and common raccoon dog, which have had a detrimental effect on local wildlife populations and also require control measures.

Source: https://spectator.sme.sk/c/23222091/invasive-bird-species-pose-challenges-to-slovakias-native-wildlife.html

The American mink is one of 78 species included on the Republic of Ireland's list of invasive alien species - that means work is undertaken "to manage, control and, where practicable, eradicate these species".

Source: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-66119781?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA