An Impact of Invasive Alien Species in Aquatic Ecosystem
Krishnaveni K. N.*
Dr. M.G.R. Fisheries College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, Thalainayeru, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu (614 712), India
Sudarshan S.
Dr. M.G.R. Fisheries College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, Thalainayeru, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu (614 712), India
Vimaladevi S.
Dr. M.G.R. Fisheries College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, Thalainayeru, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu (614 712), India
Vijayarahavan V.
Dr. M.G.R. Fisheries College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, Thalainayeru, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu (614 712), India
Alamelu V.
Dr. M.G.R. Fisheries College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, Thalainayeru, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu (614 712), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Alien Species, Aquatic Ecosystem, Invasive Species, Impacts
Abstract
“Invasive alien species” or “exotic species” are increasing worldwide and most are due to the actions of humans. While most species fail to thrive or have minor impacts on their new ecosystems, the large number of introductions has led to numerous problems. Aquatic invasive species are particularly pervasive and may cause food web disruption, biodiversity loss, and economic harm. It cause damage to ecosystems include freshwater ponds, lakes and coastal marine systems. Study explains the some essential invasive species origin and their characteristics such as Water Hyacinth, Gaint Salvinia, and water cabbage/ lettuce, Nile/ red tilapia, African catfish, Thai pangus and Sucker mouth armoured catfish. Study discussed about the threats in fisheries due to alien species invasion.
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