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Invasive jellyfish are a costly burden to fishermen
Photo: Bella Galil
Islands Journey at WCC
Islands Journey - In the mood for an Island Getaway? …
03 Oct 2008 | News - News story
Invasive species in the Pacific: looking under the water
Invasive species do not recognise Marine Protected Area (MPA) boundaries, yet very little is done to address the problem of alien invasive species in marine protected area planning and management. In the case of an MPA, invasions can pose serious threats and lead to dramatic impacts, particularly when management is unprepared for them.To help address this issue in the western Pacific, in July 2007, IUCN co-hosted a marine invasive species survey and training workshop with the Palau National Invasive Species Committee (NISC) and in collaboration with the Australian Maritime College.
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06 Sep 2007 | News - News story
Invasive species one of most dangerous threats to our islands, says President of Palau
A world-renowned lake in Palau, an island nation 800km east of the Philippines, is currently being invaded by a prolific species of anemone. It is taking over more than half of Jellyfish Lake, a tourist attraction that lures thousands of visitors to Palau each month. …
26 Jul 2007 | News - News story
