Invasive ascidians: How predators reduce their dominance in artificial structures in cold temperate areas
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jembe.2020.151459
Abstract: Abstract Artificial structures can provide suitable space for invasive species through a colonisable surface and refuge against predators. Besides several physical factors, invasive species can present different colonization success and dominance on structures that are… read more here.
Keywords: invasive ascidians; fouling communities; nektonic predators; artificial structures ... See more keywords
Bio-invasive ascidians in Ireland: A threat for the shellfish industry but also a source of high added value products
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DOI: 10.1080/21655979.2017.1392421
Abstract: ABSTRACT In October 2016, a rapid assessment survey of ascidian species was conducted in shellfish farms at Killary Fjord, in the west of Ireland. Two non-indigenous solitary ascidians Ascidiella aspersa and Corella eumoyta were recorded… read more here.
Keywords: invasive ascidians; added value; bio invasive; high added ... See more keywords