International mechanisms for the control and responsible use of alien species in aquatic ecosystems
Subtitle: report of an Ad Hoc Expert Consultation, 27-30 August 2003, Xishuangbanna, People's Republic of China.
Contributors: Bartley, Devin M.; Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Publisher: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Published: 2005
Place of publication: Rome
Language: eng
Number of pages: 195
Subjects: Aquatic ecology -- Congresses.; Fishery management -- Congresses.; Introduced organisms -- Congresses.; Marine biological invasions -- Congresses.
Genres: Congresses.
Description: The use of alien species is a proven means to increase production and value from aquatic ecosystems. In the Mekong/Lanchang basin, alien species such as tilapia (Orechromis spp.) play an important role in providing cheap and readily available protein to rural and poor sectors. However, alien species are now recognized as one of the most significant threats to aquatic biodiversity. Several steps are necessary for effective use and control of alien species, but one of the most important was identified to be following codes of practice similar to that developed by the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea.
Notes: "The contents were compiled and edited by Devin M. Bartley (FAO), Ram C. Bhujel (AIT), Simon Funge-Smith (FAO), Paul G. Olin (UC SeaGrant), and Michael J. Phillips (NACA); Devin M. Bartley was overall editor with layout and design by Daniela Scicchigno"--P. iii.

"TC/M/A0113E/1/10.05/1700"--P. [4] of cover.

Includes bibliographical references.