Document Type
Report
Department/Program
Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Publication Date
1982
Series
Manuscripts
Abstract
Importation and transplantation of exotic oysters has probably resulted in introduction of more marine invertebrate species than any other of man's activities. Unintentional introductions have resulted from careless movements of oysters without planning or consideration of consequences. Diseases and parasites are often unknown and oysters cannot be adequately diagnosed or inspected for problems by biologists. (...)
Keywords
Animal introduction -- Environmental aspects, Oysters -- Research
Recommended Citation
Andrews, J. D. (1982) Russian roulette with oysters : a review of exotic introductions and information needed for planning new ones. Manuscripts. Virginia Institute of Marine Science, William & Mary. https://scholarworks.wm.edu/reports/2698
