Invasive non-native species are a major threat to global
biodiversity. Often introduced accidentally through international
travel or trade, they invade and colonize new habitats, often with
devastating consequences for the local flora and fauna. Their
environmental impacts can range from damage to resource production
(e.g. agriculture and forestry) and infrastructure (e.g. buildings,
road and water supply), to human health. They consequently can have
major economic impacts. It is a priority to prevent their
introduction and spread, as well as to control them. Freshwater
ecosystems are particularly at risk from invasions and are
landscape corridors that facilitate the spread of invasives.
This book reviews the current state of knowledge of the most
notable global invasive freshwater species or groups, based on
their severity of economic impact, geographic distribution outside
of their native range, extent of research, and recognition of the
ecological severity of the impact of the species by the IUCN.
As well as some of the very well-known species, the book also
covers some invasives that are emerging as serious threats.
Examples covered include a range of aquatic and riparian plants,
insects, molluscs, crustacea, fish, amphibians, reptiles and
mammals, as well as some major pathogens of aquatic organisms.
The book also includes overview chapters synthesizing the
ecological impact of invasive species in fresh water and
summarizing practical implications for the management of rivers and
other freshwater habitats.
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