Invasion
Invasion Description
1st Record: Tonga/Pacific Ocean (1973, Eldredge 1994; Ruesink et al. 2005, spat from Fiji, failed)
Geographic Extent
Tonga/Pacific Ocean (1973, Eldredge 1994; Ruesink et al. 2005, spat from Fiji, failed)
Vectors
| Level | Vector |
|---|---|
| Probable | Oyster Intentional |
Regional Impacts
References
Eldredge, L.G. (1994) Perspectives in aquatic exotic species management in the Pacific Islands Vol. I. Introductions of commercially significant aquatic organisms to the Pacific islands, South Pacific Commission. Inshore Fisheries Research Project, Technical Document 7: 1-127Ruesink, Jennifer L. and 6 authors (2005) Introduction of non-native oysters: Ecosystem effects and restoration implications., Annual Review of Ecology and Systematics 36: 643-689