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Zoned tourist vessel routes could curb invasive marine pests across Galápagos Islands
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has identified a smarter, more effective way to protect fragile marine ecosystems from invasive species—an approach with global relevance for island regions around the world.
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Researchers have proposed a method to mitigate the spread of invasive marine species in the Galápagos Islands. This approach involves designating specific routes for tourist vessels to follow, thereby reducing the likelihood of these pests being introduced to new areas. The study's findings have global implications for island regions, where introduced marine pests pose a significant threat to fragile ecosystems.
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