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Title: | Status of estuarine and marine non-indigenous species in Singapore | Authors: | Jaafar, Z. Yeo, D.C.J. Tan, H.H. O'Riordan, R.M. |
Keywords: | Estuarine Introduction Invasive species Marine Non-indigenous species Singapore |
Issue Date: | 2012 | Citation: | Jaafar, Z.,Yeo, D.C.J.,Tan, H.H.,O'Riordan, R.M. (2012). Status of estuarine and marine non-indigenous species in Singapore. Raffles Bulletin of Zoology (SUPPL.25) : 79-92. ScholarBank@NUS Repository. | Abstract: | The introduction of marine non-indigenous species is a global concern. Addressing the problem is made more challenging by the defi ciency of data for non-indigenous estuarine and marine organisms, especially within Southeast Asia. In Singapore, three of the most important categories of marine invasion pathways are present: 1) shipping-related pathways, 2) commercial culture and fi sheries, and 3) the ornamental trade. In this study, we conducted an exhaustive review to determine the status of and estuarine non-indigenous species in Singapore. A total of 17 non-indigenous species are established in estuarine and marine environments in Singapore. Commercially important non-indigenous species, which are imported for trade but are not known to be present in the environment, were also reviewed. We concluded by highlighting research directions aimed towards setting up a meaningful management framework for non-indigenous species. © National University of Singapore. | Source Title: | Raffles Bulletin of Zoology | URI: | http://scholarbank.nus.edu.sg/handle/10635/101724 | ISSN: | 02172445 |
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