Rising seas threaten spread of marine invaders, scientists say
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Increasing sea levels, accelerated by climate change, could create favourable conditions for the spread of invasive alien marine species to coastal regions that have not been previously exposed to this phenomenon. Scientists warn that new flooded areas could become habitats for animals such as blue crab and certain species of sea stars.
The rise of the oceans due to climate change encourages the expansion of invasive species, such as blue crab. These invaders threaten biodiversity and the economy, warn researchers.
The Straits Times
Rising seas threaten spread of marine invaders, scientists say
The researchers modelled the potential future spread of 122 established non-native marine animals under different climate and sea-level scenarios. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Paris (France), 28 Sep 2026 (AFP) – The rise in ocean levels as a result of climate change will promote the development of invasive alien species such as blue crab in submerged areas, a threat to biodiversity and certain economic activities, alert researchers in a study published on Monday. "The rise in sea levels [...] L的 article With the rise in ocean levels, a new front for invasive species appeared first on MARINE & OCEANS.
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