Invasive Alien Species: A Toolkit of Best Prevention and Management Practices (Cabi)
By Unknown Author.
Description
Human activities have contributed to the distribution of many plant, animal and microbial species to parts of the world where they are not native. This spread of alien species can have devastating consequences on native biodiversity. Examples include alien mammals consuming native vegetation and alien insects spreading viruses, as well as plants such as water hyacinth, which has caused major problems to waterways when introduced from South America.The Global Invasive Species Programme (GISP) was established to address concerns with alien invasive species, formulated in the Convention on Bio...
ISBN(s)
0851995691, 9780851995694
