The herd of goats grazing away at Gonder’s Flats in Fort Erie are shy, sensitive and most importantly, helping to restore the wetland.
Niagara Parks is launching a new pilot project that’s experimenting with new ways to tackle its phragmites problem.
Phragmite is an aggressive-spreading common weed that’s invasive to the region.
The government agency says the week-long project will explore using goats to further its wetland restoration project.
The project launched Monday when a local farmer brought a herd of goats down to Gonder’s Flats.
Niagara Parks said in a news release that the goats are expected to “naturally graze on various plants, including invasives, promoting soil health, biodiversity and community engagements” over the next week.
“The goats will be monitored and provided with water and shade on-site.”
The park’s commission says the park will remain open during this time, but asks the public to stay away from the goats, “due to their shy and sensitive nature.”
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