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C·I·B core team member Olaf Weyl holding an African sharptooth catfish (Clarias gariepinus). African sharptooth catfish is a large predator, reaching up to 1.7 meters in length and weights of 60kg. (Photo credit: Olaf Weyl)
2016 / News

Review on catfish invasions in Brazil and South Africa highlights the need for impact studies

A recent review paper on the African sharptooth catfish (Clarias gariepinus) has highlighted the urgent need for impact studies.

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1 July 2016
2015 / News

Internet trade of invasive plants: a growing threat?

Prevention of the introduction of new invasive species to a country is considered to be an effective measure against biological invasions. The growth of online sellers, however, makes the regulation of plant introductions much more challenging - a new plant is only a few clicks away and can be bought very easily.

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18 September 2015