Species Regional Summary
Mercenaria mercenaria
None ( MED-VII )

Invasion History Vectors Impacts References

Invasion

Invasion Description

1st record: Italy/Po River Delta (Marino et al. 1994); Italy/Marano Lagoon (18 adult specimens, Turolla 2006; Crocetta 2011)

(G. Marino*, G. Prioli, M. Rampacci, R. DAmbra, F. Andaloro and P. Di Marco. ALIEN MARINE FISH AND MOLLUSCS INTRODUCED INTO ITALY FOR AQUACULTURE PURPOSES AQUA 2006 - Meeting Abstract.)

Geographic Extent

None

Vectors

Level Vector
Alternate Fisheries Accidental (not Oyster)
Alternate Fisheries Intentional
Alternate Ballast Water

Regional Impacts

References

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