Terrestrial non-native species in Antarctica: introduction, impact and management response ...
Non-native species introductions and establishment are having substantial and likely irreversible environmental impacts on Antarctic ecosystems and biodiversity. Non-native species, or species that live outside of their natural range, can spread inter-regionally (from outside the Antarctic) or intra...
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Antarctic Environments Portal
2023
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| Online Access: | https://dx.doi.org/10.48361/qbtd-qt57 https://environments.aq/publications/terrestrial-non-native-species-in-antarctica-introduction-impact-and-management-response/ |
| Summary: | Non-native species introductions and establishment are having substantial and likely irreversible environmental impacts on Antarctic ecosystems and biodiversity. Non-native species, or species that live outside of their natural range, can spread inter-regionally (from outside the Antarctic) or intra-regionally (within the Antarctic). Increased pressures on Antarctic systems from increased human activity and climate change can increase the risk of non-native species introduction and range expansion. Therefore, (i) continued research into the impacts of non-native species, (ii) widespread adoption of practices to reduce their introduction and spread, and (iii) development of further methods to respond to introductions are integral to the protection of the Antarctic and its associated ecosystems. ... |
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