Website
http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/API/grants/LP0562518
Funding Status
Closed
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Funded Activity Summary
Do artificial structures enhance the spread of exotic marine invertebrates in NSW estuaries? This project will investigate whether artificial structures in estuaries enhance the spread of exotic marine invertebrates and will examine the impacts of exotic species on rocky reef species. The introduction of exotic species is a significant threat to native biodiversity, second only to habitat destruction. These two threats are coincident in urbanised estuaries. This project will also provide information about the possible roles of different types of boating activity in transporting exotic species. Research on the role of artificial structures in invasions has not been done anywhere in the world and is essential if we are to understand, manage and ameliorate the threats of exotic species.Funded Activity Details
Start Date: 03-2006
End Date: 07-2009
Funding Scheme: Linkage Projects
Funding Amount: $75,444.00
Funder: Australian Research Council
Research Topics
ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)
Invertebrate Biology | Marine And Estuarine Ecology (Incl. Marine Ichthyology) | Ecology | Environmental Management And Rehabilitation |
ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)
Physical and chemical conditions | Control of pests and exotic species | Rehabilitation of degraded coastal and estuarine areas
