Colombia’s Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta, the country’s largest coastal wetland, is facing an environmental crisis linked to an invasive plant believed to be native to Asia, according to multiple reports. The spread of the invasive species is affecting the wetland’s ecosystem and, in turn, the people who depend on it for their livelihoods. The reports describe how the plant’s growth threatens key wetland functions and resources used by local communities, raising concerns about long-term economic and environmental impacts. While the sources focus on the threat posed by the invasive plant, they also highlight the vulnerability of the coastal wetland as a major natural asset for the region. The coverage emphasizes that managing the invasion is necessary to reduce damage to habitats and to protect community livelihoods tied to the wetland. The articles do not provide a detailed timetable for spread or control measures, but they present the situation as an ongoing and serious challenge for environmental authorities and local residents in and around the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta.