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A standardized set of metrics to assess and monitor tree invasions
(Springer, 2014-03)
Scientists, managers, and policy-makers
need functional and effective metrics to improve our understanding and management of biological invasions. Such metrics would help to assess progress towards management goals, ...
Understanding and managing the introduction pathways of alien taxa: South Africa as a case study
(Springer, 2016)
For the effective prevention of biological
invasions, the pathways responsible for introductions must be understood and managed. However introduction pathways, particularly for developing nations,
have been understudied. ...
Predicted decrease in global climate suitability masks regional complexity of invasive fruit fly species response to climate change
(Springer, 2016)
Climate change affects the rate of insect
invasions as well as the abundance, distribution and impacts of such invasions on a global scale. Among the principal analytical approaches to predicting and
understanding future ...
A simple, rapid methodology for developing invasive species watch lists
(2014-11)
Biosecurity schemes aim to prevent the introduction of species with a high invasion potential, without unduly restricting personal freedom and commercial activities. But invasive species risk assessments are time consuming, ...
Introduced and invasive cactus species: a global review
(Oxford University Press, 2015)
Understanding which species are introduced and become invasive, and why, are central questions in invasion science. Comparative studies on model taxa have provided important insights, but much more needs to be
done to ...
The balance of trade in alien species between South Africa and the rest of Africa
(AOSIS, 2017)
Background: Alien organisms are not only introduced from one biogeographical region to
another but also spread within regions. As South Africa shares land borders with six countries, multiple opportunities exist for the ...
The potential range of Ailanthus altissima (tree of heaven) in South Africa: the roles of climate, land use and disturbance
(Springer, 2017)
Invasive trees are a major problem in South Africa. Many species are well established
whereas others are still in the early stages of invasion. The management of invasive species is most cost effective at the early stages ...
The threats posed by the pet trade in alien terrestrial invertebrates in South Africa
(2020)
The pet trade has been a major pathway for the introduction of vertebrate invaders, but little is known about its role in invertebrate invasions. Here we assess the trade in terrestrial invertebrates (excluding spiders) ...
Alnus glutinosa (Betulaceae) in South Africa: invasive potential and management options
(2020)
Invasive alien plants cause major environmental and economic impacts and preventing the establishment and spread of emerging invaders is crucial. Black Alder (Alnus glutinosa) is well established as a widespread invader ...