Halophila stipulacea
Halophila stipulacea
(tropical seagrass)
Plants
Exotic

Impact ID10054
Impact TypeFood Web
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionFish traps in sea-grass beds with and without Halophila stipulacea showed an increase in nocturnal carnivore abundance (Lutjanus synagris and Haemulon flavolineatum associated with H. stipulacea.
Reference45834
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationSt. Thomas, USVI

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2026]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [1/21/2026].

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