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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Denis Copilas-Ciocianu, Tomasz Rewicz, Arthur F. Sands, Dmitry Palatov, Ivan Marin, Kestutis Arbaciauskas, Paul D. N. Hebert, Michal Grabowski, Asta Audzijonyte
Summary: The Ponto-Caspian region is a hotspot for endemic species, with the most diverse group being amphipods. This study used DNA barcoding to classify nearly 60% of known Ponto-Caspian amphipod species and compared the results with morphology-based taxonomy. The findings indicate that DNA barcoding is valuable for clarifying the diversity of Ponto-Caspian amphipods, but further work is needed to resolve taxonomic uncertainties.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
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Parasitology
V. Sarabeev, J. A. Balbuena, A. Jarosiewicz, N. Voronova, R. A. Sueiro, J. M. Leiro, M. Ovcharenko
Summary: The dispersal of alien species is a global problem that poses a threat to native biodiversity. The introduction of non-native parasites and pathogens exacerbates this threat, but this indirect impact has received less attention. In this study, we examined the symbiotic communities of gammarids in different habitats along the Baltic coast of Poland to understand the factors influencing the richness of microorganisms in native and invasive host species.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR PARASITOLOGY
(2023)
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Marine & Freshwater Biology
Louisa Marie Rothmeier, Rene Sahm, Burkard Watermann, Karsten Grabow, Meike Koester, Anna Cichy, Andreas Martens
Summary: This study compared the parasitological and histopathological characteristics of two phylogenetically distinct forms of Theodoxus fluviatilis snail in the River Rhine system. Differences in prevalence of trematodes and organic alterations were observed between the native Northern-European form and the non-indigenous Danubian form, with the former showing higher prevalence of the opecoelid trematode Plagioporus cf. skrjabini. The presence of this new trematode species in the River Rhine system suggests a potential impact on native populations of Northern-European T. fluviatilis.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Peter Sibley, Martin Ferreira, Claudia Innes
Summary: The invasive non-native amphipod Chelicorophium robustum has been found for the first time in Great Britain, specifically in a location near Hampton, London along the River Thames. The discovery was made during a survey conducted by Thames Water Utilities Ltd, using a novel multi-habitat survey method designed to identify aquatic non-native species. The surveys followed strict biosecurity protocols and revealed the presence of other Ponto-Caspian crustaceans, bivalve molluscs, a polychaete worm, as well as invasive macroinvertebrates from Asia, North America, and New Zealand.
BIOINVASIONS RECORDS
(2022)
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Zoology
H. Morhun, D. Copilas-Ciocianu, T. Rewicz, M. O. Son, A. Khomenko, M. Huseynov, S. Utevsky, M. Grabowski
Summary: The study revealed the presence of three independent lineages of the Ponto-Caspian amphipod Dikerogammarus bispinosus, each with distinct molecular and morphological characteristics. It was found that D. bispinosus is a native species in the Caspian region, contrary to previous beliefs. The study highlights the importance of further research to fully understand the evolutionary history and taxonomy of this species complex.
EUROPEAN ZOOLOGICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
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Biodiversity Conservation
Vitaliy V. Anistratenko, Dmitry M. Palatov, Elizaveta M. Chertoprud, Tatyana Y. Sitnikova, Olga Y. Anistratenko, Catharina Clewing, Maxim V. Vinarski
Summary: A new purely freshwater species, Clathrocaspia laevigata sp. n., has been discovered in the Samur River delta in Dagestan, Russia. This species shows overall similarity to other Clathrocaspia species from the Caspian Sea and Azov-Black Sea Basin, but the major difference lies in its lack of reticulate teleoconch sculpture. The Dagestan populations of this species are ecologically and spatially isolated from the open sea. This discovery sheds light on the unique Ponto-Caspian aquatic biota and its future under global change and increasing anthropogenic impact.
Review
Ecology
Aldona Dobrzycka-Krahel, Carol A. Stepien, Zofia Nuc
Summary: The study finds that many aquatic invertebrate species with broad salinity tolerances are able to invade and expand their distribution quickly. This trend is observed in many Ponto-Caspian aquatic invertebrates, which are invasive species with a long history of spreading throughout Eurasia and other regions. Their ability to tolerate different salinities contributes to their success in invading and establishing in new habitats, especially in harbors, estuaries, and freshwater areas. This trend is expected to continue with climate change and increased globalization, necessitating the attention and cooperation of worldwide conservation agencies and public education programs.
ECOLOGICAL PROCESSES
(2023)
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Ecology
Anouk D'Hont, Adriaan Gittenberger, A. Jan Hendriks, Rob S. E. W. Leuven
Summary: The study found that although there were no significant differences in movement behavior between the two mussel species, the quagga mussel exhibited a higher top speed and a significantly higher number of individuals moved after disturbances. Mobility may be a contributing factor to the observed dominance shift between the two species.
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Ecology
Julia Gaye-Siessegger, Steffen Bader, Ralf Haberbosch, Alexander Brinker
Summary: This study investigates the fish assemblages in the Neckar River and assesses the ecological status of the river under the Water Framework Directive 2000/60/EC (WFD). The study also focuses on the distribution of invasive Ponto-Caspian gobies along the Neckar River in Germany. The results show that the round goby invasion has had a strong impact on native fish assemblages, leading to a decline in the population of native species such as stone loach and gudgeon. Further investigations are needed to understand the long-term effects of the invasion and find solutions to improve the ecological status of the river.
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Fisheries
Camilla Campanati, Leire Arantzamendi, Izaskun Zorita, Ainhoa Juez, David C. Aldridge
Summary: This study assessed the impact of different diets on the survival and growth of Mytilus galloprovincialis spat. The results showed that supplying the spat with microencapsulated feeds led to better growth and reduced nursery costs.
JOURNAL OF THE WORLD AQUACULTURE SOCIETY
(2023)
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Entomology
Martina F. Harianja, Sarah H. Luke, Holly Barclay, Vun K. Chey, David C. Aldridge, William A. Foster, Edgar C. Turner
Summary: Length-biomass equations are used to estimate insect biomass, but their accuracy can vary between taxa and locations. This study developed the best-fit length-biomass models for semi-aquatic bugs in Sabah, Malaysia. Power regressions were found to be the most accurate in predicting biomass, particularly when different body forms were analyzed separately. These equations provide valuable tools for future ecological research on semi-aquatic bugs, especially in Southeast Asia.
ENTOMOLOGIA EXPERIMENTALIS ET APPLICATA
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
J. Robert Britton, Abigail J. Lynch, Helge Bardal, Stephanie J. Bradbeer, Julie A. Coetzee, Neil E. Coughlan, Tatenda Dalu, Elena Tricarico, Belinda Gallardo, Mark Lintermans, Frances Lucy, Chunlong Liu, Julian D. Olden, Rajeev Raghavan, Eleri G. Pritchard
Summary: The Emergency Recovery Plan for freshwater biodiversity recognizes that addressing nonnative species is one of the key actions to prevent loss of freshwater biodiversity. The plan emphasizes the importance of preventing introductions of nonnative species, but also highlights the need for early detection and rapid reaction measures in case of introduction. Control and containment measures are recommended for invasive species, along with invasion risk assessment and species-specific eradication methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEWS
(2023)
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
David C. Aldridge, Isobel S. Ollard, Yulia Bespalaya, Ivan N. Bolotov, Karel Douda, Juergen Geist, Wendell R. Haag, Michael W. Klunzinger, Manuel Lopes-Lima, Musa C. Mlambo, Nicoletta Riccardi, Ronaldo Sousa, David L. Strayer, Santiago H. Torres, Caryn C. Vaughn, Tadeusz Zajac, Alexandra Zieritz
Summary: The article identifies 14 emerging and poorly understood threats and opportunities for the global conservation of freshwater mussels over the next decade. These 14 priority topics fall into five broad themes and cover various aspects ranging from autecology to ecosystem services. The prioritization of these topics can help guide proactive approaches to the conservation of this important group.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Isobel Ollard, David C. C. Aldridge
Summary: A pioneering quantitative study conducted in 1966 on freshwater mussel populations in the River Thames, UK, has been extensively cited as evidence of the significant contribution of mussels to global river ecosystems. A recent resurvey of the same site revealed large declines in mussel population density, changes in species composition, growth patterns, and productivity. The study also highlighted the invasion of nonnative mussel species and the detrimental impact on ecosystem services in the River Thames.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL ECOLOGY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Ecology
David C. Aldridge, Joshua I. Brian, Adam Cmiel, Anna Lipinska, Manuel Lopes-Lima, Ronaldo Sousa, Amilcar Teixeira, Katarzyna Zajac, Tadeusz Zajac
Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Philip A. Martin, Alec P. Christie, Gorm E. Shackelford, Amelia S. C. Hood, Shengyu Wang, Bo Li, William Morgan, Madeleine Lee, David C. Aldridge, William J. Sutherland
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2023)
Correction
Environmental Sciences
Francisco J. Oficialdegui, Jose M. Zamora-Marin, Simone Guareschi, Pedro M. Anastacio, Pablo Garcia-Murillo, Filipe Ribeiro, Rafael Miranda, Fernando Cobo, Belinda Gallardo, Emili Garcia-Berthou, Dani Boix, Andres Arias, Jose A. Cuesta, Leopoldo Medina, David Almeida, Filipe Banha, Sandra Barca, Idoia Biurrun, M. Pilar Cabezas, Sara Calero, Juan A. Campos, Laura Capdevila-Arguelles, Cesar Capinha, Frederic Casals, Miguel Clavero, Joao Encarnacao, Carlos Fernandez-Delgado, Javier Franco, Antonio Guillen, Virgilio Hermoso, Annie Machordom, Joana Martelo, Andres Mellado-Diaz, Felipe Morcillo, Javier Oscoz, Anabel Perdices, Quim Pou-Rovira, Argantonio Rodriguez-Merino, Macarena Ros, Ana Ruiz-Navarro, Marta I. Sanchez, David Sanchez-Fernandez, Jorge R. Sanchez-Gonzalez, Enrique Sanchez-Gullon, M. Alexandra Teodosio, Mar Torralva, Rufino Vieira-Lanero, Francisco J. Oliva-Paterna
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Francisco J. Oficialdegui, Jose M. Zamora-Marin, Simone Guareschi, Pedro M. Anastacio, Pablo Garcia-Murillo, Filipe Ribeiro, Rafael Miranda, Fernando Cobo, Belinda Gallardo, Emili Garcia-Berthou, Dani Boix, Andres Arias, Jose A. Cuesta, Leopoldo Medina, David Almeida, Filipe Banha, Sandra Barca, Idoia Biurrun, M. Pilar Cabezas, Sara Calero, Juan A. Campos, Laura Capdevila-Arguelles, Cesar Capinha, Frederic Casals, Miguel Clavero, Joao Encarnacao, Carlos Fernandez-Delgado, Javier Franco, Antonio Guillen, Virgilio Hermoso, Annie Machordom, Joana Martelo, Andres Mellado-Diaz, Felipe Morcilloy, Javier Oscoz, Anabel Perdices, Quim Pou-Rovira, Argantonio Rodriguez-Merino, Macarena Ros, Ana Ruiz-Navarro, Marta I. Sanchez, David Sanchez-Fernandez, Jorge R. Sanchez-Gonzalez, Enrique Sanchez-Gullon, M. Alexandra Teodosio, Mar Torralva, Rufino Vieira-Lanero, Francisco J. Oliva-Paterna
Summary: As the number of introduced species continues to rise, it is crucial to identify and prioritize current and potential invasive alien species (IAS) for effective management. Using a combination of scientific knowledge and expert opinion, this study identified the most relevant aquatic IAS in the Iberian Peninsula and classified them into a concern list and an alert list. This approach provides a robust assessment and cost-effective strategy for prioritizing resources in IAS prevention and management.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Joshua I. Brian, David C. Aldridge
Summary: The relationship between biodiversity and disease states that higher species richness reduces pathogen pressure, but this effect diminishes with biodiversity loss. However, the potential for loss of dilution effect to trigger extinction cascades remains largely unexplored.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jose M. Zamora-Marin, Ana Ruiz-Navarro, Francisco J. Oficialdegui, Pedro M. Anastacio, Rafael Miranda, Pablo Garcia-Murillo, Fernando Cobo, Filipe Ribeiro, Belinda Gallardo, Emili Garcia-Berthou, Dani Boix, Leopoldo Medina, Felipe Morcillo, Javier Oscoz, Antonio Guillen, Antonio A. Herrero-Reyes, Francisca C. Aguiar, David Almeida, Andres Arias, Cesar Ayres, Filipe Banha, Sandra Barca, Idoia Biurrun, M. Pilar Cabezas, Sara Calero, Juan A. Campos, Laura Capdevila-Arguelles, Cesar Capinha, Andre Carapeto, Frederic Casals, Paula Chainho, Santos Cirujano, Miguel Clavero, Jose A. Cuesta, Vicente Deltoro, Joao Encarnacao, Carlos Fernandez-Delgado, Javier Franco, Antonio J. Garcia-Meseguer, Simone Guareschi, Adrian Guerrero-Gomez, Virgilio Hermoso, Celia Lopez-Canizares, Joaquin Lopez-Soriano, Annie Machordom, Joana Martelo, Andres Mellado-Diaz, Juan C. Moreno, Rosa Olivo del Amo, J. Carlos Otero, Anabel Perdices, Quim Pou-Rovira, Sergio Quinonero-Salgado, Argantonio Rodriguez-Merino, Macarena Ros, Enrique Sanchez-Gullon, Marta I. Sanchez, David Sanchez-Fernandez, Jorge R. Sanchez-Gonzalez, Oscar Soriano, M. Alexandra Teodosio, Mar Torralva, Rufino Vieira-Lanero, Antonio Zamora-Lopez, Francisco J. Oliva-Paterna
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive and updated inventory of non-indigenous species in aquatic ecosystems of the Iberian Peninsula. It analyzes the establishment status, introduction pathways, native range, and temporal introduction trends of listed species. Additionally, it discusses the legal coverage provided by national and European regulations. The study emphasizes the need for coordinated transnational strategies to address aquatic invasions across EU member borders.
Review
Environmental Sciences
J. Robert Britton, Abigail J. Lynch, Helge Bardal, Stephanie J. Bradbeer, Julie A. Coetzee, Neil E. Coughlan, Tatenda Dalu, Elena Tricarico, Belinda Gallardo, Mark Lintermans, Frances Lucy, Chunlong Liu, Julian D. Olden, Rajeev Raghavan, Eleri G. Pritchard
Summary: The Emergency Recovery Plan for freshwater biodiversity emphasizes the importance of addressing nonnative species as one of the primary actions to protect freshwater biodiversity. Prevention of introductions is the most effective management measure, while early detection and rapid reaction can prevent establishment and dispersal. If a species becomes invasive, control and containment measures can minimize its spread and impact.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
David F. F. Willer, David C. C. Aldridge, Charlie Gough, Kate Kincaid
Summary: Small-scale octopus fisheries contribute to the enhancement of tropical blue food supply and livelihoods through their catch methods and management approaches. These fisheries produced a significant amount of catch and processed octopus in 2017 with a high landed value, providing important nutrients and socioeconomic benefits for tropical populations.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Sabrina Kumschick, Sandro Bertolino, Tim M. Blackburn, Giuseppe Brundu, Katie E. Costello, Maarten de Groot, Thomas Evans, Belinda Gallardo, Piero Genovesi, Tanushri Govender, Jonathan M. Jeschke, Katharina Lapin, John Measey, Ana Novoa, Ana L. Nunes, Anna F. Probert, Petr Pysek, Cristina Preda, Wolfgang Rabitsch, Helen E. Roy, Kevin G. Smith, Elena Tricarico, Montserrat Vila, Giovanni Vimercati, Sven Bacher
Summary: The Environmental Impact Classification for Alien Taxa (EICAT) is an important tool for measuring the severity of environmental impacts caused by non-native species. It has been incorporated into decision-making procedures and supports the management of biological invasions and biodiversity conservation.
CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
(2023)