Marine Bioinvasion

Marine bioinvasion refers to the process where non-native species are introduced into new oceanic environments, often through human activities like shipping, ballast water discharge, or aquaculture. These invasive species can establish, spread, and sometimes outcompete local organisms, disrupting ecosystems, reducing biodiversity, and impacting fisheries and coastal economies. While some introductions occur naturally, human actions have significantly accelerated this phenomenon, making marine bioinvasion a major concern for environmental management and conservation efforts worldwide.