First evidence of asymmetric competition between the non-native clamCorbicula flumineaand the native freshwater musselUnio delphinusduring a summer heat wave
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DOI: 10.1002/aqc.2964
Abstract: Non‐native species introductions are a major concern for the conservation of natural ecosystems. The spread of non‐native species depends not only on their adaptation to the new environment, but also on the biotic features of… read more here.
Keywords: native freshwater; fluminea; evidence; competition ... See more keywords
Diversity, distribution and extinction risk of native freshwater fishes of South Africa.
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DOI: 10.1111/jfb.15011
Abstract: Extinction risk for 101 valid species and 18 unique genetic lineages of native freshwater fishes of South Africa was assessed in 2016 following the IUCN Red List criteria. An additional five species (three new species… read more here.
Keywords: freshwater; fishes south; freshwater fishes; extinction risk ... See more keywords
Use of carbon dioxide in zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) control and safety to a native freshwater mussel (Fatmucket, Lampsilis siliquoidea)
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DOI: 10.3391/mbi.2018.9.4.07
Abstract: Control technology for dreissenid mussels (Dreissena polymorpha and D. bugensis) currently relies heavily on chemical molluscicides that can be both costly and ecologically harmful. There is a need for more environmentally neutral tools to manage… read more here.
Keywords: native freshwater; mussel; carbon dioxide; zebra mussels ... See more keywords