Recreational Craft And Invasive Species – How To Manage Biofouling To Stop The Spread

Recreational Craft And Invasive Species – How To Manage Biofouling To Stop The Spread

Killer shrimps, sea squirts and the spiny water flea are all examples of invasive alien species that have been introduced to new areas in various parts of the world by recreational craft such as boats, yachts and other small craft.

Invasive alien species are known to be one of the biggest drivers of biodiversity loss, and their management especially in marine environments is incredibly challenging. Therefore, the most cost effective away of addressing their impacts is to prevent their spread to...

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