Alien and native species in Italian marine and transitional waters.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Biological invasions are one of the major threats to the ecosystem structure and functioning. After the initial introduction, frequently mediated by human activities, alien species can overcome different biogeographical and ecological barriers and determine severe impacts on native biodiversity and socio-economic activities. The Italian peninsula is located at the intersection of large trade routes within the Mediterranean Sea. Such position, along with the intense commercial activity and the high population density of the Italian coast, are considered important drivers of alien species in Italian marine and transitional ecosystems. The Italian peninsula, however, is also one of the regions with the highest native species richness within the Mediterranean Sea and, theref

SUBMITTER: Di Muri C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10848676 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature