Impact ID7173
Impact TypePredation/Herbivory
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionWhen Ulva flexuosa blooms in nutrient rich marine coastal areas, a decline in biodiversity of native algae has been observed, as well as cascading food web effects that negatively impact macro invertebrates, shorebirds and fish.
Reference17219
Cost 
LocationMichigan, USA

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