Skyscrapers and bungalows: the alien species real estate market on Marcus Island

An interesting study by C∙I∙B PhD student, Saachi Sadchatheeswaran, examined the different number of species (species richness) and invertebrates on the rocky shores of Marcus Island after the arrival of alien species that were also ecosystem engineers.

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An experimental tank with an example of intermediate densities of the simulated habitat complexity. Photo credit: Mhairi Alexander

Drivers of global change: interactions of invasive species and habitat loss

Global biodiversity is declining at an alarming rate. Causes of these declines include the destruction of natural habitats as a result of human development, and the introduction of non-native species.

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