Santa Cruz Island Reserve

01 Aug, 02 AM - 04 Aug, 02 AM

It is becoming increasingly well-recognized that the coastal marine habitats of mainland southern California are becoming invaded by exotic species. Invasive molluscs in particular have become abundant and conspicuous members of intertidal communities in many parts of southern California. One bivalve that has recently started appearing in several ecosystems is the Japanese (or Pacific) Oyster, Crassostrea gigas. This invasion is interesting in that there were repeated efforts to establish the species in the region over a hundred years ago, but with apparently no success. However, within the last decade, the oyster has formed reproducing populations on the mainland. This research project will determine if the Japanese oyster has reached coastal environments of Santa Cruz island. In addition, other conspicuous marine invaders will be noted.

Visit #25329 @Santa Cruz Island Reserve

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Under Project # 23778 | Research

Assessment of marine bioinvaders on Santa Cruz island

faculty - University of California, San Diego

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Group of 3 Other Aug 1 - 4, 2011 (4 days)
Jeffrey Crooks Aug 1 - 4, 2011 (4 days)

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