Invasion
Invasion Description
1st Record: Japan/Pacific Ocean (1953, Iwasaki 2005; Ruesink et al. 2005)
Geographic Extent
Japan/Pacific Ocean (1953, Iwasaki 2005; Ruesink et al. 2005)
Vectors
Level | Vector |
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Probable | Oyster Intentional |
Regional Impacts
Economic Impact | Fisheries | |
Ostrea edulis is cultured in Japanese waters, but is dependent on hatcheries (Iwasaki 2006; Ruesink et al. 2005). | ||