Caulerpa prolifera
Caulerpa prolifera
Algae
Native Transplant

Impact ID7641
Impact TypeAquaculture/Agriculture
Study TypeAnecdotal
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionCaulerpa prolifera reduces bare sediment which is necessary habitat for juveniles of the commercially important species Spisula subtruncata, this could lead to reduction in Spisula subtruncata.
Reference42411
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationRia Formosa lagoon, Portugal

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