Globalization

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Predator Free 2050 a Boon for Human Health

New Zealand’s plan to remove invasive predators by 2050 stands to benefit human health by eliminating pathways for disease transmission. New Zealand’s ambitious project to remove invasive predators by 2050 has raised hopes for and discussion about the island nation’s ecological health. Predator Free 2050 certainly stands to benefit native plants and wildlife, but it […]

Written by on January 19, 2018

Regulations or Extinction–Which Would You Choose?

A new scientific study reports that the spread of invasive species around the globe has increased in the past 200 years, indicating a need for enhanced biosecurity. Which came first: the transportation of species around the globe or regulations on transportation of species around the globe? You guessed it–the former. Humans have been traveling with animal […]

Written by on April 26, 2017

Trade Routes Explain Invasive Species

New research uncovers the influence trade routes have on the spread of invasive species to regions near and far away. In the age of globalization, the spread of invasive species around the world is a serious problem. The consequences include but are not limited to displacement of species and extinction of native flora and fauna. […]

Written by on February 10, 2017

Experts Hone in on Invasive Ant Colonies on Pacific Atolls

Conservationists are systematically surveying atolls in search of invasive and native ant species. Ants are some of the best hitchhikers in the world. – Conservation biologist Dr. James Russell In an age of increasing globalization and mobilization, transportation of invasive species–intentional or not–has become an urgent problem. Even the smallest of invasives can cause profound […]

Written by on October 13, 2016